The coat of arms of Perth shows a paschal lamb holding a saltire, within a royal tressure. The shield is borne on the breast of a double-headed eagle. The motto is pro lege rege et grege (Latin for “for the law, king and people”).

The coat of arms dates back to at least the 14th century, and is first recorded, as described, on a seal of 1378. Red and silver are the colours of John the Baptist, the town’s patron saint, and the lamb is his symbol. The double-headed eagle, originally a Roman symbol, may refer to a former Roman settlement called “Bertha” near where Perth now stands.

The double-headed eagle was adopted as the supporter of the arms of Perth and Kinross when that council area was created in 1975.

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Date: 28 March 2026
Camera body: Nikon D50
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This decorative crest was used at the Dockyard for ceremonial ship launches for many years before 1892.

From the Exhibition “Port of Plymouth” at The Box, Plymouth, Devon

About the exhibition:

Your journey begins from the moment you enter the gallery, with a large-scale audio visual introduction narrated by Dawn French. The collections bring to life a story that spans thousands of years, from ancient Bronze Age settlements, to its growth into a powerhouse of trade and commerce and into today’s bustling maritime hub

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Date: 18 September 2025
Camera body: iPhone Xs
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Focal Length: 26mm
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Shutter Speed: 1/30s
ISO: 640
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