Coat of arms of the BBC | |
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Armiger | The BBC |
Adopted | 1927 |
Crest | On a Wreath of the Colours, a Lion passant Or, grasping in the dexter fore-paw a Thunderbolt proper.[1] |
Torse | A Wreath of the Colours[1] |
Shield | Azure a Terrestrial Globe proper encircled by an Annulet Or, and seven Estoiles in Orle Argent.[1] |
Supporters | On either side an Eagle, wings addorsed proper collared Azure pendant therefrom a Bugle horn stringed Or.[1] |
Motto | Nation shall speak peace unto Nation[1] |
Other elements | Badge – A Thunderbolt proper thereon a Pellet inscribed with the letters BBC Or.[2] |
The coat of arms of the BBC was adopted in March 1927 to represent the purpose and values of the corporation. It is seldom used nowadays except for ceremonial purposes.