Stemma 1885

The image depicts a detailed and ornate coat of arms belonging to Count Guglielmo Scotti of San Giorgio and Rezzanello, as indicated by the Italian inscription at the bottom: "Armi del Conte Guglielmo Scotti di San Giorgio e di Rezzanello." This heraldic emblem represents the noble lineage and heritage of the Scotti family, a prominent Italian noble family previously documented in the genealogical records provided. The coat of arms is rich in symbolic elements, colors, and iconography, reflecting the family's status, history, and affiliations.
Detailed Description of the Coat of Arms
Central Shield
At the heart of the composition is a large, quartered shield divided into four sections, each representing different aspects of the family's heritage or territorial affiliations:
First and Fourth Quarters (Top Left and Bottom Right): These sections are blue with three white stars, symbolizing celestial guidance, nobility, or divine favor. The blue background often represents loyalty and truth in heraldry.

Second Quarter (Top Right): This section is red with a white, jagged diagonal line resembling a mountain range, possibly symbolizing strength, resilience, or a specific geographical connection, such as the Apennine Mountains near Piacenza or Rezzanello.

Third Quarter (Bottom Left): This section is gray with a red heart, which may represent love, courage, or devotion. The heart is a common symbol in heraldry, often denoting loyalty or sacrifice.

Central Inescutcheon (Small Shield in the Middle): Overlaid on the quartered shield is a smaller shield, blue with a golden fleur-de-lis, a symbol often associated with purity, the Virgin Mary, or French influence (due to the Bourbon connections of the Scotti family, as seen in previous documents).

Crest and Supporters
Crest (Top): Above the shield is a coronet with a unicorn emerging from it, holding a banner. The unicorn, a mythical creature, symbolizes purity, innocence, and strength. The coronet indicates the family's noble rank, likely at the level of a count (Conte), as specified in the inscription.

Two Smaller Shields Above the Main Shield: Flanking the coronet are two smaller shields, both blue. The left shield features a red heart with a fleur-de-lis, while the right shield displays three white stars, mirroring the design of the main shield’s quarters. These shields are connected by a ribbon with the motto "OR DIE," which translates to "Or Die," suggesting a commitment to honor or duty even unto death.

Central Oval with Portrait: Below the coronet and above the main shield is an oval medallion depicting a bearded man, possibly a historical figure or symbolic representation of wisdom or authority. The medallion is framed by a ribbon with the motto "SIGILLO DU GLAS," which may be a variant of "Sigillo Douglas," referring to the Douglas-Scotti family name (as seen in earlier documents). "Glas" could be a reference to "glass" (a heraldic term) or a phonetic variation of "Douglas."

Supporters
Flanking the central shield are two human figures, each dressed in historical attire and holding symbolic items:
Left Supporter: A figure dressed in medieval or Renaissance-style clothing, with a red and white striped sash and short pants. This figure holds a shield with the letter "H" (possibly standing for "Honor" or a family initial) and a banner with the word "LOCK SICKER." "Lock Sicker" is an old Scots phrase meaning "securely locked" or "safe," reflecting the Douglas family’s Scottish origins (as the Scotti-Douglas name suggests a historical merger with the Scottish Douglas clan).

Right Supporter: A knight in full armor, symbolizing military prowess and protection. The knight holds a shield with the letter "W" (possibly an initial or a symbolic reference) and a banner with the words "DO OR DIE," reinforcing the motto above and emphasizing the family’s dedication to duty and honor.
Base and Mottoes
At the base of the shield are three ribbons with additional mottoes:
"QUID" (left): Latin