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Mariette Parent

Sainte-Foy, Quebec
Grant of Arms, with differences to Mélina Thibault
September 20, 2013
Vol. VI, p. 259

Differenced Arms for Mélina Thibault, niece of Mariette Parent

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Differenced Arms for Mélina Thibault, niece of Mariette Parent

The Arms of Mariette Parent debruised of a turtle tergiant Or in place of the butterfly; This individual will inherit the Arms of the Recipient following her death;


Symbolism

Differenced Arms for Mélina Thibault, niece of Mariette Parent

The turtle is her favourite animal. In Indigenous mythology, the turtle is associated with great myths of the creation of the world. Tenacious and moving at its own pace, this animal symbolizes wisdom and perseverance.