Arms of David Evan Rumball
Arms of David Evan Rumball
Blazon
Per fess Gules and Azure on a fess dovetailed between three Loyalist military coronets Or, three cinquefoils Gules;
Symbolism
The red and blue refer to the colours of the 7 Toronto Regiment, The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery, in which Mr. Rumball served for nine years. He also served for eight years with Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment, whose colours are blue and gold. The Loyalist coronets indicate Mr. Rumball’s descent from three Loyalist settlers. The cinquefoil is a symbol found in the arms of Lt. Col. O.F.C. Cook, for whom Mr. Rumball served as Esquire in the Order of St. John. The dovetailed lines indicate Mr. Rumball’s hobby of restoring antique furniture, as dovetailing is a way of joining pieces of wood.
Crest of David Evan Rumball
Blazon
A demi lion Gules gorged with a Loyalist military coronet and holding between its paws a cinquefoil Or;
Symbolism
The crest repeats two of the symbols from the arms, the Loyalist coronet and the cinquefoil. The lion is a creature that particularly appeals to Mr. Rumball.
Motto of David Evan Rumball
Blazon
NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN;
Symbolism
This is a reminder to remember one’s heritage and values. It signifies Mr. Rumball’s fondness of historical and genealogical research and study.
