Book Of Traceable Heraldic Art

Compass Rose

See also: Compass rose and Compass rose in Pictorial Dictionary of Heraldry.

Compass Rose (1) §

A directional indicator for a map.

Default orientation: highlighted point to chief. No proper coloration.

Source: Viking Answer Lady SVG Images For Heralds. Artist: Gunnvôr silfrahárr. Adapted by Mathghamhain Ua Ruadháin.

Compass Rose (2) §

A directional indicator for a map, formed of a mullet within and conjoined to an annulet. Default orientation: highlighted point to chief. No proper coloration.

Artists’ Note: other than the north mark, the points of the compass rose should not extend beyond the annulet.

Source: Pennsic Traceable Art. Artist: Unknown.

Compass Rose (3) §

A directional indicator for a map.

Default orientation: highlighted point to chief. No proper coloration.