Book Of Traceable Heraldic Art

Portcullis

See also: Portcullis in Pictorial Dictionary of Heraldry.

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.

Portcullis (1) §

Default orientation: upright. No proper coloration.

Source: A Complete Guide to Heraldry. Artist: Graham Johnston.

Portcullis (2) §

Default orientation: upright. No proper coloration.

Source: Banners, Standards, and Badges. Artist: Thomas Willement.

Portcullis (3) §

Default orientation: upright. No proper coloration.

Source: A Glossary of Terms Used in Heraldry. Artist: James or Irene Parker.

Portcullis (4) §

Default orientation: upright. No proper coloration.

Source: Viking Answer Lady SVG Images For Heralds. Artist: Gunnvôr silfrahárr.

Chainless Portcullis §

Default orientation: upright. No proper coloration.

Source: Heraldic Templates. Artist: Torric inn Björn.

Portcullis Throughout (1) §

Device
Badge

Default orientation: upright. No proper coloration.

Source: Wappenbuch der Arlberg-Bruderschaft. Artist: Vigil Raber. (Folio 49r.)

Portcullis Throughout (2) §

Device
Badge

Default orientation: upright. No proper coloration.

Source: Wappenbuch der Arlberg-Bruderschaft. Artist: Vigil Raber. (Folio 49r.)