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Notes:
1. The crescent in the Wauchope of Edmonstone shield was likely copied from the Edmonstone arms, which were the same as the Seton family from whom they presumably sprang, that being "Or, three crescents gules."
2. The huge preponderance of heraldic crosses is owed to the Crusades (1095-abt. 1300). This particular Warcop likely was rewarded this design for his participation in a Crusade to the Holy Land.
3. In heraldry the covered cup was representative of the office of the king's butler. English Kings Edward I, Longshanks (1272-1307), and Edward II (1307-1327) both frequented nearby Brough Castle when travelling between York and Carlisle. It is possible the Warcops were indeed butlers to the king, or the cup may well be a play on "cup" in Warcup, as the Normans were want to do.
Copyright 1999-2019 Bruce E. Walkup.
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This page last updated May 04, 2019
