The crest on Plate 11, Crest 3 (Pl. 11. cr. 3.) is described as a sheaf of arrows (varying in number, typically five or seven) enfiled with (passing through) a ducal coronet.
Surnames: 
- Arrowsmith (Suffolk)
- Boatfield (England)
- Windsor (England)
Symbolism
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Arrows / Sheaf of Arrows: Arrows generally symbolize martial readiness, swiftness, and acuity. When bound together in a sheaf or bundle, they represent strength in unity, resilience, and preparedness for battle, suggesting that while one arrow may be broken, a bundle is unbreakable. In the specific case of the surname “Arrowsmith,” this is likely a canting crest (a pun on the name).
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Ducal Coronet: The ducal coronet in heraldry (often distinct from the rank of Duke when used in crests) generally signifies high dignity, nobility, or a reward for service.
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Enfiled: This term describes the arrows passing through the coronet, suggesting a union of martial skill with noble status or authority.
General Symbolic Meaning
The combination of weapons of war (arrows) and a symbol of nobility (the coronet) suggests a lineage that maintains its dignity and status through readiness and strength. It implies a family prepared to defend its honor and authority, combining the martial virtues of the warrior with the elevated status of the noble.