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His descendants continued the name, and 
many successive nobles of the line of Anjou, 
distinguished themselves by decorating their 
helmets with this plant. 
The arms of Richard the First were, “ two 
lions combattant.” Crest, a plantagenista, 
or broom sprig. Upon his great seal, a broom 
sprig is placed on each side his throne.— 
Sand ford’s Genealogical History. 
-“ the broom. 
Yellow and bright as bullion unalloyed. 
Her blossoms.” 
“ There are some that use 
Humility to serve their pride, and seem 
Humble upon their way to be the prouder 
At their wish’d journey’s end.” 
