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Darah Dilmaghani
West Vancouver, British Columbia
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
May 15, 2017
Vol. VI, p. 722
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Blazon
Arms
Per bend Argent and Azure in chief three hazelnuts in pairle conjoined by their stems Gules, in base a rug foundation Argent knotted Gules;
Crest
A lion rampant guardant double-queued Or wearing a coronet erablé Gules supporting on its dexter shoulder a halberd Or hafted Argent;
Motto
PATRIA • HONOR • SALUS;
Symbolism
Arms
The blue, white and gold are colours from Dr. Dilmaghani’s alma maters of the University of British Columbia and the Poznań University of Medical Sciences in Poland. The rug pattern evokes the Persian rug business of the Dilmaghani family. The hazelnuts symbolize knowledge and healing, referring to Dr. Dilmaghani’s interest in education and to his profession as a doctor.
Crest
The lion is inspired by the lion in the crest of the armorial bearings of Frimley, England, Dr. Dilmaghani’s birthplace. The halberd alludes to the service of members of his family in the military.
Motto
These Latin words mean “Country, honour, health”.