Timbre

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Timbre

Timbre, (fr.): this French term, for which there is, perhaps, no exact English equivalent, comprises the exterior ornaments of the escutcheon, this is (1) the helmet, (2) the mantelling, (3) the crest. By some, however, it is held to include(4) the escroll, (5) wreath, (6) the motto, (7) the supporters, as well as (8) the cap of dignity and crown.