Examples of heraldic eagles of the 13th to 16th centuries, from Hugo Gerard Ströhl's Heraldischer Atlas. The eagle is used in heraldry as a charge, as a supporter, and as a crest. Heraldic …

Jan 18, 2024 · The heraldic eagle is a symbol that stands for power, leadership, and freedom that has been used on many U.S. coins. A heraldic eagle stands upright with wings outstretched in …

Mar 11, 2025 · It is a subcategory of Category:Charges in heraldry. In this context, as for all the other subcategories of Category:Charges in heraldry, “…in heraldry” means “…in shield and …

In this article, we will explore the symbolism of the eagle in heraldry, and how it has been used throughout history to convey a variety of different meanings. The eagle is a powerful and …

The supporter of the shield is a bald eagle with its wings outstretched (or "displayed", in heraldic terms). From the eagle's perspective, it holds a bundle of 13 arrows in its left talon, and an …

In the 16th century, the double-headed eagle was the most powerful heraldic mark up to that time, as it symbolized the union of the imperial dignity of the Holy Roman Empire (the Habsburg …

EAGLE: Emblematic of fortitude and magnanimity of mind. ELEPHANT: Normally awarded to those who distinguished themselves in the Far East. ENFIELD: A fantastic mix of animals …

Heraldic symbols on coinage were soon used all over the world. The first precious metal coinage from the U.S. Mint, however, presented no such symbol, only depictions of the national bird, a …

Dec 4, 2013 · The Heraldic Eagle: The Story Behind The Bird Old habits die hard. After renouncing almost a thousand years of kings and queens, banners and lineage, the founders …

Sep 11, 2017 · English: An eagle displayed is shown affronté with its head turned to dexter and wings spread to the sides to fill the area of the field.