In heraldry, the colour Gules (Red) is the martial colour and is significant of Military Fortitude and Magnanimity.  It was also the martyr’s colour, but this is not evident in the arms of Tootell.

White, is significant of Peace and Sincerity. It is pointed out by Guillim, considered the most authoritative of the ancient heraldic writers, however, that the term ‘Peace’ is not intended to portray one prepared to accept peace at any price; but denotes a ‘bearer of arms’ ready to devote all his efforts to bring about a just and equitable peace, a peace which would endure because it would be such a peace.

The Lion: has always held a high place in heraldry and has ever been the emblem of a warrior.  It is borne in varying poses, colours and compositions and as part thereof; but this was because the lion was the most sought charge in armoury and ‘difference’ was required.  The symbolic significance remains constant.  Says Guillim; "The lion is a lively portrait of a good soldier, who must be valorous of courage, strong of body, politic in council and a foe to be feared.  The lion is a badge of deathless courage".

The Dove holding in its beak an Olive Branch: is the universal emblem of the ‘Bringer of Peace’.

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