Anille (Period)

An anille is an architectural anchor-plate, used with tie-rods to brace and support masonry.  In German blazonry, it’s thus known as a Maueranker, “wall anchor”.  The anille is a period charge, found in the arms of van Oestvelt or Oostvelt, c.1370 [Gelre 96v].  It is fesswise by default.  See also millrind.

Avid Zvonikha bears:  Purpure, an anille argent.