St.Kitts Coat
of Arms
The National Coat of Arms consists of:
The Shield
The center of the Coat of Arms is dominated by a shield.
The shield has a lighter in full sail which is a traditional
means of transportation. A red chevron is highlighted
by two Poinciana flowers - the national flower. At
the top of the shield on the dark blue background,
is the head of a Carib Indian supported by the Fleur-de-lis
and a red rose. This depicts the original Carib Indian
inhabitants and the fleur de lis and rose signify
the French and English influences who arrived in 1620's.
A Helmet
A helmet topped with battlements with a flaming torch
held up by the hands and arms of an African, European
and a person of mixed decent. The torch signifies
the struggle and quest for freedom by a people of
diverse ethnic origins, but united in purpose.
Supporters
Supporters of the shield are Pelicans, the national
bird, with extended wings. By the side of the bird
can be seen a sugar cane plant and a coconut tree
which demonstrates the fertility of the land.
Motto
The Motto of the Federation "Country Above Self"
is below the shield and can be said to be the foundation
of everything else.
