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EGHAM

Incorporated into : 1974 Runnymede

Official blazon

Arms : Vert, a representation of Magna Carta ensigned by a representation of the crown of King John proper.
Crest : on a wreath or and vert, in front of a weeping willow tree and on a water barry wavy, a swan proper.
Motto : Ut homines liberi sint - That men may go free

Origin/meaning

The arms were officially granted on March 19, 1951.

The green background, scroll and crown were are from the device previously used by the Council. The scroll represents Magna Carta and the crown alludes to King John. The green background may be said to represent Runnymede, where the historic signing, or more acurately sealing of the Great Charter of freedom by King John took place in 1215. The scroll closely resembles whiat is believed to be the earliest copy of Magna Carta, now in the British Museum and the design of the crown is based on that worn by King John on his tomb in Worcester Cathedral.

The swan and willow are characteristic of Runnymede and its Thames-side location.