Rhondda Cynon Taff Coat of Arms

The Shield is based upon the Arms or Three Chevronels Gules which belonged to the Clare Family. The wavy chief refers to local rivers, and the Crest is the Welsh Symbol of a dragon, here depicted as a demi dragon. The dexter Supporter to the Shield is a laboratory technician, representing the new forms of industry attracted to the area. The sinister Supporter of a miner is taken from a Supporter to the Arms of the former Mid Glamorgan County Council, and stands for the traditional skills of South Wales. The design refers to the constituent parts of the new authority, and harks back to the old industries while looking forward to emerging technology.

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