Arms of Osmond Jennings Rowe
Blazon
Or on a bend between six trefoils Vert a fouled anchor between two escallops Or;
Symbolism
This composition is based on arms commonly used by persons bearing the surname Rowe who were originally from Derbyshire, in England. The arms are made unique to Mr. Rowe by the addition of the anchor, which symbolizes his service as a naval officer during the Second World War, as well as his great-great-grandfather’s position as a mounted Coast Guard officer in England.
Crest of Osmond Jennings Rowe
Blazon
A cubit arm proper vested Erminois the hand holding a trefoil Vert;
Symbolism
This is the crest used by the Derbyshire branches of the Rowe family.
Motto of Osmond Jennings Rowe
Blazon
NO AY VIDA COMO LA HONRA;
* This Spanish phrase appears in the grant of arms from the Chief Herald of Ireland. The correct version is NO HAY VIDA COMO LA HONRA.
* This Spanish phrase appears in the grant of arms from the Chief Herald of Ireland. The correct version is NO HAY VIDA COMO LA HONRA.
Symbolism
This Spanish phrase means “There is no life like honour.”