Picture: descendants of Lancelot Elliott | sons of George Cannowa Elliott
Elliott Emblem
What is an emblem and why do we have one?
An EMBLEM is an object or distinct badge used to represent a family, clan or nation. For the Elliott Clan, it is a powerful symbol of belonging. All of the elements of the emblem tell a compelling story of our origins, history, and who we are today.
*The word emblem is often used synonymously with crest. A crest is often a specific type of emblem that is used in heraldry, a practice rooted in European depictions of royalty or family wealth/honor.
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The 4 Elements
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There are 4 main elements of the emblem
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E: Representing the Elliott surname originating in Scotland
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Flowers: Poinciana is the national flower of SKN, originally from Madagascar [island off the southeastern coast of Africa]
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Sankofa: An Akan/West African bird-like symbol meaning "go back and get it"
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SKN island map: This represents our Elliott branches of the family tree with ancestors from both islands.
Together the elements tell this story:
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The Elliott Clan of St. Kitts and Nevis is gathering the threads of the past and our rich history to imagine a future in which we are connected to the land and each other; thriving, blooming, proud of who we are and who we are becoming - through faith, family and fortitude.
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