In top left corner is the fleur-de-lis symbol. The fleur-de-lis has been used in the heraldry of numerous European nations, but is particularly associated with France, notably during its monarchical period.The fleur-de-lis was used to brand slaves, like cattle, as discipline for attempting to escape. The practice took place not just in Louisiana, but French settlements around the world. The symbol was branded on slaves so if they did escape, there would be no mistaking to whom they belonged.

In the top right corner is The lion passant guardant, a frequent figure in heraldry, has often been called a leopard by French and English heralds.The lion is a common charge in heraldry. It traditionally symbolises courage, nobility, royalty, strength, stateliness and valour, because historically the lion has been regarded as the "king of beasts"The lion also carries Judeo-Christian symbolism.
The term segreant is usually applied to the griffin, but this approximation of rampant which is more appropriate for them has also been applied to the dragon which is another name for Satan in the Bible.