Book Of Traceable Heraldic Art

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Portcullis

See also: Portcullis in Pictorial Dictionary of Heraldry.

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A heavy gate that may be raised or lowered to control access to a castle.

By default portcullises have chains hanging from each of the upper corners, unless blazoned otherwise.

Default orientation: upright. No proper coloration.