Zečević
Branko Zečević
- Bearer
- Branko Zečević
- Place
- Belgrade
- Year
- 2014.
- Registration
- Serbian Heraldry Society
- Author
- Ivan Sarajčić
- Artist
- Ivan Sarajčić
Blazon
Divided horizontally by a wavy line; in the upper gold field a black eight-pointed star; in the lower purple field a gold dragon passant breathing fire and holding in its right foreclaw a silver stylised Cyrillic letter З.
On a steel knight's helm set in profile to the right, with a gold and black wreath, issues a gold dragon holding a green laurel wreath in its foreclaws.
Black and gold, richly rendered and stylised, set symmetrically on both sides of the helm.
SINE DEDITIO (Without surrender)
Symbolism and meaning
The arms of Mr Branko Zečević, an industrialist from Belgrade, are a powerful composition uniting family identity with symbols of vigilance and steadfastness. The central division of the shield by a wavy line introduces dynamism, while the contrast of gold and purple emphasises the nobility and dignity of the bearer.
The black eight-pointed star in the upper field symbolises a guiding light, spiritual vigilance and constancy. In the lower, purple part the gold dragon dominates — the heraldic guardian of power, protector and symbol of unbreakable will. The fire-breathing dragon points to the energy and ardour with which the bearer of the arms approaches life and his aims. The silver Cyrillic letter З in its claw is a direct link with the surname Zečević, placing the family heritage under the wing of a powerful protector.
The crest with the issuing dragon holding a green laurel wreath further emphasises victory, honour and success through perseverance. The motto “SINE DEDITIO” (Without surrender) is Mr Zečević's essential ethical imperative, confirming a spirit that knows neither retreat nor surrender before life's challenges.
