The shape of the arches of the crown has been represented differently at different times, and can help to date a depiction of the crest. In 1997 and 2002 the Royal Mint issued a one pound coin featuring three lions passant to represent England. The English arms were quartered with those of France from 1340 (except 1360–69), representing the English claim to the French throne. At the centre of the arms is a quartered shield, depicting the three passant guardant lions of England in the first and fourth quarters, the rampant lion and double tressure flory-counterflory of Scotland in the second quarter, and a harp for Ireland in the third quarter.

The supporters are a crowned English lion on the dexter (heraldic right), and a chained Scottish unicorn on the sinister (heraldic left). The supporters became more consistent under the Tudors, and by the reign of Elizabeth I were usually a red Welsh dragon and a gold lion. Wales is not directly represented in the royal arms, as following the passage of the Laws in Wales Acts 1535 and 1542, the then Principality of Wales was formally incorporated with the Kingdom of England. However, the story runs deeper than that, with the history of the symbol dating back to the 12th century.Description [ edit ] The original royal crest as introduced by Edward III, borne upon a chapeau and with a red mantling lined in ermine. Gareth Southgate’s side will be looking to make history and lift the Jules Rimet trophy for the first time since 1966. These were impaled in various ways, and from 1655 to 1659 also included the arms of the Lord Protector, Oliver Cromwell, on an inescutcheon. Outside the UK and its dependencies, the arms are used as a logo by the Parliament of Victoria and the Western Australian Legislative Council, both in Australia. Featuring a sleek design of the iconic England crest, this is a must-have collectible every fan should own!

Nevertheless, although referencing the personal union with Scotland and Ireland, the royal arms of England remained distinct from the royal arms of Scotland, until the two realms were joined in a political union in 1707, leading to a unified royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom.Almost everything has changed within English football since that achievement, but one thing that has stayed the same is the badge.