A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Grifoni family of Italy.
griffinValour and vigilance, guarding great treasureJ. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)“D'or au griffon de ....”
The Grifoni arms were recorded in Florence, c. 1775.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in Italy in this period.
Reigning in Italy when the Grifoni arms are first recorded.
In the Italian states, coats of arms were often used by noble families to show their status and history. These symbols were passed down through the generations to all legitimate male descendants. Younger branches of a family usually kept the original design but sometimes added small changes to distinguish their specific line from the main branch.
The Grifoni family name has deep roots in the historical landscape of Florence, Italy, where the family established a notable presence by the late eighteenth century. The name itself is derived from the Italian word for griffin, a legendary creature often associated with strength and guardianship in medieval folklore. During the period surrounding 1775, the Grifoni family was well-integrated into the social and economic fabric of the city. They were part of the bustling urban culture that defined Florence during the transition into the modern era. As residents of a city famous for its artistic and intellectual contributions, members of the family likely participated in the local trade and civic life that kept the city thriving. Their history reflects the broader experience of established Florentine families who maintained their status and influence through generations of community involvement and local commerce.
A mythical creature with the body of a lion and eagle head.
