Arms of Keith William James
Arms of Keith William James
Blazon
Azure a periwinkle flower Gules seeded Argent en soleil Or;
Symbolism
The periwinkle flower is the source of several drugs that Dr. James administers to chemotherapy patients in his practice of clinical oncology. The rays allude to radiation therapy.
Crest of Keith William James
Blazon
Within a nest of periwinkle flowers Gules, a caladrius Argent;
Symbolism
The caladrius is a fantastical bird from medieval bestiaries. It is a symbol of healing. When facing forward, the caladrius indicates a patient’s recovery. Combined with the periwinkle flowers taken from the arms, the crest represents Dr. James’s medical career.
Motto of Keith William James
Blazon
CAIS LOYWACH NEN;
Symbolism
Meaning “I seek fairer skies”, this is the motto, no longer in use, of Dr. James’s school, Pontllanfraith County Grammar School. It appears in a poem by the Welsh poet William Thomas (1832-1878).
