Coat of arms of the BBC
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.
| Coat of arms of the BBC | |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| Torse | A Wreath of the Colours |
| Shield | Azure a Terrestrial Globe proper encircled by an Annulet Or, and seven Estoiles in Orle Argent. |
| Supporters | On either side an Eagle, wings addorsed proper collared Azure pendant therefrom a Bugle horn stringed Or. |
| Motto | Nation shall speak peace unto Nation |
| Other elements | Badge – A Thunderbolt proper thereon a Pellet inscribed with the letters BBC Or. |
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