Arms of Reinhard Zobrist
Arms of Reinhard Zobrist
Blazon
Azure a bend Argent between two mullets of six points all between dexter a crescent decrescent and sinister a crescent increscent both in bend on a bordure Or three maple leaves Gules one at each angle;
Symbolism
The shield and crest are based on the arms of Mr. Zobrist’s ancestors in Hendschiken, Switzerland. The gold band and maple leaves distinguish these arms as Canadian in reference to Mr. Zobrist’s having immigrated to this country in the 1950s.
Crest of Reinhard Zobrist
Blazon
A demi griffin Gules langued armed and winged Argent grasping in the dexter foreclaw a maple leaf Gules;
Symbolism
The griffin is made distinct by the red, one of Canada’s official national colours. Its wings are in white in reference to Mr. Zobrist’s career as an engineer with Alcan, a major aluminium company. The maple leaf is another reference to Mr. Zobrist’s Canadian identity.
Motto of Reinhard Zobrist
Blazon
STELLIS AUSPICIBUS TENAX PROPOSITI;
Symbolism
This Latin sentence means “With the stars as my supporters, I am determined in purpose”.
