The crest on Plate 5, Image 2 (Pl. 5. cr. 2.) is described as a human heart transfixed (pierced) by a sword (or skeen/passion nail) typically in bend sinister.
Surname:
- Breawne (England)
- Burden (England)
- Chatting (England)
- Ewart (England)
- Forbes (Ballfluig)
- Forster
- Lightfoot (England)
Symbolism of the Crest Human Heart: The heart is a universal symbol of sincerity, truth, charity, and strong affection. In heraldry, it denotes a man of sincerity who speaks the truth. Sword / Skeen / Dagger: Represents military honor, power, and freedom; it is the emblem of a warrior. Transfixed / Pierced: When the heart is pierced by a weapon, it often symbolizes extreme devotion, sacrifice, or poignant suffering for a noble cause, suggesting a willingness to give one’s life or “heart’s blood” for duty or loyalty.
General Symbolic Meaning This crest typically signifies intense loyalty and martial readiness. The combination of the heart and the sword suggests that the bearer is driven by deep conviction and is willing to endure pain or sacrifice for their principles. It embodies the sentiment of “heart and hand” combined in action—passionate execution of duty.
The crest on Plate 5, Image 1 (Pl. 5. cr. 1. or Pl. 5. 1.) is described as a demi-lion rampant, holding in his dexter (right) paw a mullet (star) or an etoile (wavy star).
Surenames: 
- Clandinen
- Cock (London)
- Craig
- Dillon (England)
- Elstob (England)
- Gledhill (England)
- Glethill (England)
- Henlock (England)
- Holborn (Menne)
- Inglis (Advocate; Cramond; Edinburgh)
- Lamb (England)
- Lambe (Brocket-hall, Hertfordshire)
- Lamm (England)
- Liddell (Scotland)
- Liddiard (Rockley, Wiltshire)
- Lyz (England)
- Roberts (London; England)
- Stable (England)
- Starr (England)
- Tooker (England)
- Warmouth (Newcastle, Northumberland)
- Wilan (Kingston-Upon-Hull)
- Willan (London)
- William (London)
Symbolism of the Crest
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Demi-Lion: The lion is the king of beasts, and even in its “demi” (half) form, it is a timeless emblem of dauntless courage, strength, and majesty. It represents a warrior who is fierce in the face of enemies and magnanimous to those who yield.
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Mullet (Star): The mullet (often depicted as a five-pointed star or spur-rowel) symbolizes divine quality from above and is often associated with eminence in learning or virtue. It indicates a person of noble aspiration who shines with merit and seeks guidance from higher powers.
General Symbolic Meanings The combination of the lion and the star suggests a balance between physical might and spiritual or intellectual guidance. It implies a lineage or individual that possesses the strength to defend their principles (the lion) while being guided by a higher purpose, truth, or clarity of vision (the star).