The Gallatin Family Crest

The Gallatins were a noble family in Savoy, in 1228, and settled in Geneva in 1510. They were officially recognized as nobles in Austria, in 1710, and the arms we give appear in the ""Deed of Recognition."" [Original in the New York Historical Society.] These arms are prescriptive, and have been used by the family from time immemorial. They were recognized (1771) by d'Hozier de Serigny, Judge-at-Arms of King Louis XV. Albert Gallatin, the celebrated statesman, was a direct scion of this ancient house, and came to America in 1780. He brought with him these arms, which were reproduced upon his seal ring and bookplates. The original motto, ""Pro patria devoti,"" was abandoned by Albert Gallatin, in favor of his own motto, given below. Standard authorities give to the ancient Gallatins as a crest: ""Deux proboscides d'azur.

Family

Gallatin

Motto

Persevere.

Blazon

A French Count's Coronet.

Source

America Hereldica