5 x 11: The Code of Heraldry

In accordance with our methodological approach to heraldic parophony, we report the development of a new semantic proposition for the crest in the coat of arms of Caminha: “an arm erect vested azure, holding a latch argent, garnished or”.
 

Semantic levels: one or more.
Discretion index: excessive.
Denominant's verbalization: Portuguese.
Designant's verbalization: Portuguese.
Heraldic plot: associated with the shield.
Implied quotation: (?) Book of Judges 16: 3.
Canting impression: “minha” (Portuguese » mine).
Virtual trace: crest » figurations & attitude » arm holding a latch.
Denominant's origin: autochthonous.
Credibility: good.
Cypher: 71.