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Tincture is in Terms.
Tincture is the limited palette of colours and patterns used in heraldry.
Azure. Blue. From the French "azur". Possibly from the blue mineral lapis lazuli.
Gules. Red. Derivation uncertain.
Sable. Black. Derives its name from the black fur of the marten.
Vert. Green. From the Latin "viridis" meaning green.
Furs are derived from the animal furs.
Ermine derived from the white winter coat of the stoat.
Vair from the Latin "varius" meaning varied. From the winter coat of the red squirrel, which is blue-grey above and white below.
Argent. Silver from the Latin "argent".
Or. derives its name from the Latin aurum, "gold".
Ashley Arms. Argent three bulls passant sable, armed and unguled or.