Unusual Crest - Renovate Animos

[dognose]

Hi,

An unusual crest with the motto 'Renovate Animos' ('Renew your courage'):




Any thoughts appreciated.

Trev.

[nobilityhouse]

That is an unusual crest, and nicely engraved. From the book British Crests by Alexander Deuchar, 1817; He lists this as belonging to
HAY of Balhousie, Scotland. It is blazoned: A demi-man having a cap on his head, Azure, and holding over his shoulder the yoke of a plough, Gules. Renovate animo is the motto. Kind regards.

[dognose]

Hi Nobilityhouse,

Many thanks for the excellent information, it's very much appreciated.

Trev.