Weasel Heraldry Symbol - Meaning and Historical Use in Coats of Arms #2060694 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white line illustration shows a weasel in the heraldic posture of "rampant"-standing on hind legs with forepaws raised-within a traditional heater-shaped shield. Fine hatching details suggest fur texture and musculature, emphasizing the animal’s agility and alertness. The minimalist style reflects medieval manuscript illumination techniques used in armorial rolls and genealogical records.

Used in heraldic databases, genealogy sites, and educational resources about medieval symbolism; serves users researching family crests, blazons, or animal motifs in European nobility. Often appears on pages explaining canting arms or regional heraldic traditions.