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Athanasios Tom Chronopoulos
Laval, Quebec
Grant of Arms, Flags and Badge
February 15, 2018
Vol. VII, p. 47
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Blazon
Arms
Per bend Vert and Azure three bendlets Or between two hourglasses Argent each surmounted by a Vergina sun of six rays Or;
Crest
A fox salient Or between two bull’s horns Azure;
Motto
ΦΩΣ ΠΙΣΤΙΣ ΔΟΛΟΣ;
Symbolism
Arms
The hourglass and sun are methods of telling time (chronos in Greek), thus alluding to Mr. Chronopoulos’ surname. The sun also represents illumination and wisdom, and the hourglass also refers to qualities of reliability and dependability. Green represents nature and healthy life, while blue represents calmness and a soothing nature.
Crest
The fox is known for being cunning, curious, adventurous, and agile, characteristics which Mr. Chronopoulos admires. The bull’s horns allude to his fighting spirit.
Motto
These Greek words mean “Light, loyalty, stealth.”