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Key Sources and Origins of Royal Designs:
Medieval Battlefield Identification: Badges and crests were designed to be easily recognized on shields and surcoats, later becoming hereditary symbols of family, such as the Plantagenet dynasty's broom plant (planta genista).
The College of Arms: Since the 15th century, heralds have been responsible for designing, recording, and regulating coats of arms, crests, and badges, ensuring they follow specific heraldic rules.
Symbolic Evolution: Badges often evolved from elements within a larger coat of arms, or to represent personal achievements or wordplay (rebuses). For instance, the House of Tudor combined the red and white roses to symbolize the end of the Wars of the Roses.
Inheritance and Marriage: Royal designs are passed down, with new rulers often incorporating symbols from their predecessors or through marriage, such as Edward I adding the golden castle of Castile.
Official Authority: Today, all royal symbols are granted by Letters Patent, issued by the most senior heralds (Kings of Arms).
College of Arms
College of Arms
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Note: A "crest" is specifically the object on top of the helmet, while the entire design is calle
