The crest on Plate 5, Image 9 (Pl. 5. cr. 9.) is described as a spur rowel (a rotating spiked wheel from a spur), appearing as a mullet of six points pierced.
Surnames associated with this crest:
- Belere (England)
- Bryson (Scotland)
- Brysoun (Scotland)
- Bryssan (Scotland)
- Bryssone (Scotland)
- Finlayson (England)
- Hardie (West-Hardie)
- Jardin (Applegith)
- Jardine (Scotland)
- Saunders (Scotland)
- Sym (Scotland)
Symbolism of the Crest Spur Rowel: In heraldry, the spur rowel is closely related to the Mullet (a star shape), but specifically represents the spiked wheel of a horseman’s spur. It symbolizes knighthood, readiness for action, and speed. Because the spur is an essential tool for a mounted warrior, it suggests a lineage prepared to “spur on” to great deeds or ride into battle at a moment’s notice. If viewed as a mullet (star), it can also denote divine quality or a third son in cadency marks, representing distinctiveness and guidance.
General Symbolic Meaning The spur rowel stands as a sharp and clear emblem of preparedness and discipline. It implies that the bearer possesses the driving force to execute their duties with dispatch and the noble standing associated with equestrian prowess. It is a symbol of incitement to virtue and the “prick” of conscience or duty that drives one forward.