Arms of Michael Rupert Llewellyn Davies
Arms of Michael Rupert Llewellyn Davies
Blazon
Gules on a bend Argent between in chief an inking ball and in base a key Or, a lion passant Sable;
Symbolism
The arms are very similar to those granted to Mr. Davies' grandfather, Senator Rupert Davies, in 1940. The printer's inking ball indicates the family's work in newspaper publishing, especially the Kingston Whig-Standard, of which Mr. Davies, like his grandfather, was publisher. The new element is the key, which represents Mr. Davies' business in network encryption.
Crest of Michael Rupert Llewellyn Davies
Blazon
A demi dragon Gules supporting a scaling ladder Sable;
Symbolism
The crest is identical to the one granted to Rupert Davies. The dragon marks the family's Welsh ancestry.
Motto of Michael Rupert Llewellyn Davies
Blazon
A YMDRECHO A DRECHA;
Symbolism
This Welsh phrase means "He who strives will overcome." It was included in the grant to Rupert Davies.
