BLAZON OF ARMS BRENTS Arms: Gules, a wyvern passant argent Crest: A wyvern's head between two wings expanded argent. Motto: SILENTIO ET DILIGENTIA (With silence and diligence) The family name of BRENTS is English in origin. The name is derived from one who came from Brent (high place) in Devonshire; or, one who was a dweller near the Brent River in Middlesex. Traditional meanings of above heraldic colors: Gules (red) - fortitude; Argent (white or silver) - peace, serenity. Traditional meanings of above heraldic charges: Wyvern (dragon) - this horned creature was believed to possess a keen sense of sight which allowed him to guard riches & treasures, and in ancient times, he was considered the guardian spirit of all knowledge; Passant - walking; Wings expanded - symbolic of speed and freedom.