Fleur-de-lis
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The fleur-de-lis, also spelled fleur-de-lys, is a common heraldic charge in the shape of a lily. Most notably, the fleur-de-lis is depicted on multiple flags of Quebec and on the traditional coat of a
15th-century manuscript depicting an angel sending the fleurs-de-lis to Clovis. From the Bedford Hours in the British Library, London.
Yellow Iris pseudacorus flowers on a blue field of water
Five gold fleur-de-lis on red, in Synopsis Istorion illustration
Charlemagne, by Albrecht Dürer. The anachronistic coats-of-arms above him show the German eagle and the French fleur-de-lis
Coat of arms of France
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France does not have an official coat of arms, but has an unofficial emblem. It depicts a lictor's fasces upon branches of laurel and oak, as well as a ribbon bearing the national motto of Liberté, ég
Fleur-de-lis
…shape of a lily (French fleur 'flower' and lis 'lily'). Most notably, the fleur-de-lis is depicted on multiple flags of Quebec and on the traditional coat of arms of France that was used from the High Middle Ages until the French Revolution in 1789, and then again in brief periods in the 19th century. This design still…
Baldachin, banners and mantles (1223)
Caparison and banners (c. 1455)
Tent (15th century)
Cushion, mantle, upholstery and Joyeuse's scabbard (1701)