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A roundel is a circular charge in heraldry. Roundels are among the oldest charges used in coats of arms, dating from at least the twelfth century. Because of their long use and simple outline, roundels are accorded status as a subordinary charge by most heraldic writers. == Different roundels == Roundels in British heraldry have different names depending on their tincture. Thus, while a roundel may be blazoned by its tincture, e.g., ''a roundel vert'' (literally "a roundel green"), it is more often described by a single word, in this case ''pomme'' (literally "apple", from the French) or, from the same origins, ''pomeis'' — as in "Vert; on a cross Or five pomeis" (Scottish Public Register vol. 32, p. 26). A pellet may also be called an ogress. In French blazon, a roundel of either metal (''or'' or ''argent'') is a ''besant'', and a roundel of any colour (dark tincture) is a ''torteau'', with the tincture specified. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Roundel (heraldry)」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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