The body that granted and recorded arms in Jersey in this period.
James II of England
Sovereign of the period
James II of England
1685–1688
Reigning in Jersey when the Mannella arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Jersey
Arms in the Channel Islands were granted and recorded by the College of Arms in London, under the same law of arms as England. They could be used by all legitimate descendants of the original owner: the eldest son kept the original design, and other family members used the same shield without registering a version of their own.
Granting authority
The College of Arms in London has regulated the use of coats of arms for Jersey and the other Channel Islands since 1484.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal grant from the Crown or by proving their ancient right to them.
Where arms were recorded
All official coats of arms are recorded in the registers kept at the College of Arms, which date back to the fifteenth century.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Jersey.
Origin & History of the Mannella Family in Jersey
The surname Mannella finds its roots in the southern regions of Italy, where it likely evolved as a diminutive form of the name Mano. This naming tradition often served to distinguish younger family members or to denote a specific branch of a larger household. By the late 17th century, the family had expanded its reach beyond the Italian peninsula, with documented evidence placing members of the Mannella family on the island of Jersey by 1688. During this period, Jersey served as a vital crossroads for trade and migration between mainland Europe and the British Isles. The presence of the family on the island suggests they were likely involved in the maritime commerce or agricultural networks that defined the local economy at the time. This migration highlights the adaptability of the family as they integrated into new communities while maintaining their distinct heritage.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Mannus
A Latin term meaning human or man.
This name
MannellaA diminutive form indicating a small or young man, often used as a term of endearment.
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Jersey Heritage, Jersey Baptism, Marriage and Burial Records, 1540–1840
Balleine, G. R., A Biographical Dictionary of Jersey, 1948
Société Jersiaise, Bulletin Annuel de la Société Jersiaise, 1875–1900
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bordureA difference between branches of one family
handFaith, sincerity and justice
bordureA difference between branches of one family
handFaith, sincerity and justice
