Seaham

Heraldry of the World Civic heraldry of the United Kingdom

SEAHAM

Incorporated into : 1974 Easington (2009 Durham (County))

Official blazon

Arms : Tierced in pairle reversed Vert Sable and Azure in chief a Garb and a Miner's Lamp Or and in base on Water barry wavy a Cargo Steamer affrontée proper.
Crest : On a Wreath Or and Azure a Pick and Spade in saltire Sable hafts downward and tied with a Ribbon Or.
Motto : By courage and faith

Origin/meaning

The arms were officially granted on September 28, 1951.

The arms show symbols for agriculture (garb), mining (lamp and crest) and shipping, the main activities in the area.

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