According to tradition, Saint Patrick used the three-leaf clover to illustrate the Christian Trinity. Although the authenticity of this tradition is in question, the shamrock has become a symbol of Ireland. This design features three shamrocks.
This German eagle design by Richard H. Fay melds the modern and the medieval. It was inspired by both the modern federal eagle and various medieval heraldic eagles.
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black eagle, eagle, german, heraldic, heraldry
The red rose was a badge of the House of Lancaster during the 15th century Wars of the Roses. This original illustration by Richard H. Fay is based on various medieval-period heraldic roses.
The white rose was one of several devices to appear on Yorkist badges and banners. This original illustration by Richard H. Fay is based on various medieval-period heraldic roses.
This design by Richard H. Fay features a heraldic lion rampant, a lion depicted in profile rearing up on its hind legs, ready to stave off all attackers.
This design by Richard H. Fay features two daffodils displayed crossed. The daffodil has come to symbolize Wales and has been adopted as the national flower of Wales.
This design by Richard H. Fay features a heraldic lion rampant in black.
A lion rampant sable appears on the flag of the Flemish Community and Flemish Region in Belgium.
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black lion, heraldic, heraldic lion, lion rampant, heraldry
This design by Richard H. Fay features a lion rampant gules, a heraldic red lion depicted in profile rearing up on its hind legs, ready to stave off all attackers. A lion of this type appears on the Scottish royal arms.