Arms of Anthony Douglas Irvine Greco Ross
Arms of Anthony Douglas Irvine Greco Ross
Blazon
Azure on a chevron Argent between in chief two hunting horns and in base a comet Or, three escallops Gules;
Symbolism
The comet and shells, features found on the arms of Greco families of Italy, honour Mr. Ross’s first Canadian ancestor, George Ross, born Rosario Greco. The three shells also represent the Holy Trinity and Mr. Ross’s faith. The bugle, a symbol of authority used historically to rally people, alludes to his forebears who strove for higher pursuits. The chevron, used as a mark of rank in the military, refers to his years of service in the Canadian Armed Forces. For Mr. Ross, blue symbolizes steadfastness and loyalty, and white symbolizes honour.
Crest of Anthony Douglas Irvine Greco Ross
Blazon
A wolf’s head Or holding in its mouth a branch of holly fructed proper;
Symbolism
For Mr. Ross, the wolf represents leadership, industry and power. The holly leaves, found in the armorial bearings of Clan Irvine, honour his maternal family.
Motto of Anthony Douglas Irvine Greco Ross
Blazon
FAULT IS IN LOW AIM;
Symbolism
FAULT IS IN LOW AIM;
