On high the Helm, I bear it well in mind,

The wreath was silver, powdered all with shot,

About the which, goutte du sang, did twine

A roll of sable black, and foul be blot

The crest two hands which may not be forgot,

For in the right a trenchant blade did stand,

And in the left a fiery, burning brand.

GASCOIGNE.


MANNERS & CUSTOMS OF ALL NATIONS.