DECUS ET TUTAMEN is Latin meaning "A safeguard and an ornament".
The phrase may have been originally used in Virgil's epic poem "Aeneid" written in the late 1st century BC.
Essex Yeomanry's motto is 'Decus Et Tutamen'.
Edge inscription: DECUS ET TUTAMEN ("An ornament and a safeguard" - originally on 17th century coins, this refers to the inscribed edge as a protection against the clipping of precious metal. The original appearance of the phrase is attributed to an epic poem by Virgil - "viro decus et tutamen in armis" (Aeneid, Book V, L. 262), describing a piece of armour, a breast-plate interwoven with gold, which was awarded as a prize to Mnestheus.) Designed byEric Sewell.[6]
Imperial College Business School's motto is 'Scientia imperii decus et tutamen'.
As at 28-March-2012, One British Pound is worth $1.59 USD.
The error on some 1935 British Crown edge lettering reads "MEN.ANNO-REGNIXXV". It should read "DECUS ET TUTAMEN ANNO REGNI XXV".
"Decus et Tutamen" is a Latin phrase that translates to "An Ornament and a Safeguard." It is often used to describe the dual purpose of something that serves both an aesthetic and protective function. This phrase is notably featured on the reverse side of coins minted by the Royal Mint in the United Kingdom, symbolizing the qualities of excellence and security associated with British coinage.
Imperial College Business School's motto is 'Knowledge is the adornment and protection of the Empire'.
The "decus et tutamen" coins refer to a series of British one-pound coins that feature the Latin phrase, meaning "an ornament and a safeguard." The coin from 2008, featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and various designs on the reverse, is part of a collection that highlights different aspects of British heritage. In the U.S., this coin's value is determined by its collectible status rather than its face value, often ranging from a few dollars to more, depending on condition and demand.
Cura et Decus
The 1902 Edward VII crown features a notable error known as the "missing 'B' variety." On some coins, the inscription on the edge, which should read "Decus et Tutamen" (meaning "An ornament and a safeguard"), is missing the letter 'B' in "Decus." This error, along with other variations, can significantly enhance the coin's value to collectors.
A translation would be "Honor and the strong".decus- honorfortes- stronget- andHowever putting them together makes "beauty and the strong", if you use Google Translate.I think this is bad Latin. I wonder if you were wanting "Honor and Strength" which would be Decus et Fortitudo.
The motto of Rockford College is 'Decus et Veritas'.