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Hamilton, Ontario
Registration of Arms
October 20, 2023
Vol. VIII, p. 213
Arms of Henry Dillon WilsonBlazonGules a wolf rampant, on a chief Argent three annulets Sable; SymbolismThe wolf is a canting reference to the surname Wilson, the etymology of which likely derives from “Wolf’s son.” |
CrestBlazonA wolf’s head erased Argent collared and lined Gules holding in its mouth an annulet erect Sable; SymbolismThe crest repeats the symbolism of the shield. |
MottoBlazonPOLLET VIRTUS; SymbolismThis Latin phrase means “Virtue prevails.” |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationSince 2023, grants, registrations and approvals of heraldic emblems are no longer announced in the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of the College of Arms, London. PainterArtist of the College of Arms, London / Artiste du Collège d’armes, Londres CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeIndividual Other InformationThe recipient’s emblems were originally recorded at the College of Arms, London, England, 2 November 1964. |