Standard Bank of South Africa
Heraldry of the World |
British heraldry portal Civic heraldry of the United Kingdom |
|
STANDARD BANK OF SOUTH AFRICA (1863-1969)
Official blazon
Arms: Azure, flying from a staff proper in bend sinister a standard with cords and tassels Or.
Crest: On a wreath of the colours, A three-masted sailing ship of the nineteenth century in full sail proper, the sails azure, the foresail, mainsail and mizzen sail each charged with a bezant, flags flying to the dexter gules.
Supporters: On either side an antelope proper, collared Or, resting the interior hind leg upon a bezant.
Motto: Prodeant vexilla.
Origin/meaning
The arms were officially granted on March 30, 1955.
Unfortunately we have no information on the meaning or origin of these arms yet.
If you have any information on the origin or meaning of these arms, or have additional images that you want to share, please mail us your information !
Contact and Support
Partners:
Your logo here ?
Contact us
© since 1995, Heraldry of the World, Ralf Hartemink
Index of the site