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PAIGNTON

Incorporated into : 1968 Torbay

Arms (crest) of Paignton

Official blazon

Arms : Barry wavy of six pieces argent and azure, a representation of the Coverdale Tower Or.
Crest : On a wreath argent and azure, a dolphin swimming proper in front of a gold mitre.
Motto: 'SEMPER ACCEPTUS' - Ever welcome

Origin/meaning

The arms were officially granted in 1947.

The arms show a representation of the local palace, built by Osbertus, first Norman Bishop of Exeter. The mitre also alludes to the fact that the Manor of Paignton belonged to the Diocese of Exteter. The dolphin is a symbol of the merchant venturers of Devon.

Coat of arms (crest) of Paignton

The arms as used on a JaJa postcard +/- 1905
Coat of arms (crest) of Paignton

The arms in the town (image Martin Goldstraw‎)

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