The Dove - Symbol of peace.
The Mask - A defense against injury.
Grape Vine - Symbolizes the many branches of the family tree.
One Star - Symbol of America's parent stock, Nicklaus Fast.
White Bar - Symbol of purity
Four Stars - One star for each of Nicklaus Fast's four surviving sons.
Blue Bar - Symbol of loyalty.
Red Bar - Symbol of fire and zeal.
Black
Bar - Symbol of the dark prospects of life, and reminds us of an unsullied
character.
The Latin Words - "MAGNI NOMINIS UMBRA" means "Shadow of a Great Name"
American Eagle - Symbolizes America.
Hour Glass - Marking time: 1750 - Family came to America;
1909 - Coat of Arms adopted
German Eagle - Symbolizes German heritage.
