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The towers with their griffins and portcullis gates are set against a blue background, symbolising the River Thames - hence London, the site of much of the Company's activities. | The towers with their griffins and portcullis gates are set against a blue background, symbolising the River Thames - hence London, the site of much of the Company's activities. | ||
The crest's scale balance reflects our motto 'True and Fair' and also echoes the scales carried by Economia, the main charge in the | The crest's scale balance reflects our motto 'True and Fair' and also echoes the scales carried by Economia, the main charge in the arms of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. The arm in armour which bears the scales symbolises protection from financial loss, and is placed between the City's dragon's wings again chequered in silver and red. | ||
The shield's supporters are the Lion of England and the Dragon of Wales. The Lion bears the City's sword and the Dragon bears a key, an emblem of security signifying sage and sound methods of professional practice results. | The shield's supporters are the Lion of England and the Dragon of Wales. The Lion bears the City's sword and the Dragon bears a key, an emblem of security signifying sage and sound methods of professional practice results. | ||