The gold coin was named from the fact that on one side of it was a representation of the archangel in conflict with the dragon (Rev. xii. 7). The reverse had a ship. It was introduced into England by Edward IV. in 1456. Between his reign and that of Charles I. it varied in value from 6s. 8d. to 10s.
Cherubim and Seraphim in Heraldry
| “On cherubim and seraphim Full royally he rode.” Steenhold. “What, always dreaming over heavenly things, Like angel heads in stone wish pigeon wings.” Cowper, “Conversation.” |
Cherubs’ Heads.
In heraldry A Cherub (plural Cherubim) is always represented as the head of an infant between a pair of wings, usually termed a “cherub’s head.”
A Seraph’s Head.