Arms of Michael Grote Stirling
Arms of Michael Grote Stirling
Blazon
Argent on a bend Sable three buckles Argent all within a bordure Vert charged in dexter chief with an escallop Or;
Symbolism
The design includes the arms of the chief of Clan Stirling, with a green border and a shell as forms of differencing.
Crest of Michael Grote Stirling
Blazon
A hart’s head couped Azure gorged of a collar Vert charged with an escallop Or;
Symbolism
The crest is that of the chief of Clan Stirling, with the green collar replacing the original gold crown.
Motto of Michael Grote Stirling
Blazon
FORWARD AYE;
Symbolism
This expression likely constitutes a response to the Scots motto of the chief of Clan Stirling, Gang Forward, meaning “Go forward.”