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The arms were officially granted on September 25, 1933. | The arms were officially granted on September 25, 1933. | ||
The salamander symbolises Fire Insurance. The Salamander is a fairly common charge in heraldry and is often shown as a dragon in flames of fire. In this case it is displayed without wings and follows the shape of a lizard. In the Middle Ages it was believed that the creature had the shape of a man and lived in fire. The Greek derivation means a man that lives in the chimney or fire. | |||
The garb or sheaf of grain represents life assurance, and two chains, security against accidents. The anchors, standing for safety at sea, stress the marine interests. | |||
The Motto "Wisdom and Knowledge" implies the importance of the Institute's educational activities. | |||
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