The Coat of Arms of Natal, used from 1907 to 1997, is a heraldic symbol that represented the historical province of Natal in South Africa. The design features a shield divided into four quadrants: the top left shows a lion passant guardant, symbolizing str
The Coat of Arms of Natal, used from 1907 to 1997, is a heraldic symbol that represented the historical province of Natal in South Africa. The design features a shield divided into four quadrants: the top left shows a lion passant guardant, symbolizing strength and courage; the top right represents the sea with three anchors, signifying security and maritime prowess. The bottom left quadrant displays an open book on a Bible, representing knowledge and learning, while the bottom right depicts a sheaf of corn, symbolizing prosperity and agriculture. Above the shield is a helmet adorned with feathers, symbolic of the Zulu nation, and a crest featuring a shield and spear, signifying defense and protection. The motto “Virtuti et Veritas” (“Valor and Truth”), inscribed on a scroll beneath the shield, encapsulates the spirit of the province. The coat of arms was officially adopted in 1907 and ceased to be used following the abolition of Natal Province in 1997.
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