Fig. 265, the Chevron, is indicative of aid, assistance, support.
Fig. 266, the Cross, suggests humility, devotion, patience, perseverance.
| Fig. 267.—Saltire. | Fig. 268.—Pile. | Fig. 269.—Canton. |
Fig. 267, the Saltire, a variation of the cross, is recognized as order, discipline.
Fig. 268, the Pile, being in the form of a wedge, means penetration, incision, entering to divide or distribute.
Fig. 269, the Canton, denotes an additional, separate idea or principle; also some characteristic that is added to the original design.
Colors.
These also have symbolical meanings.
Fig. 270.—Gold or yellow is expressed in black and white by means of dots, and is used in the sense of wealth, ability, or knowledge.