The shield is supported by two figures which represent the common man and woman of the nation.

The back of the skull became the apparatus by which the shield could be comfortably supported on the left arm.

The shield is supported by a dolphin fish and pelican.

The shield is supported by a red kangaroo and an emu.

The shield is supported by two wood-cutters of different races.

The shield is supported on either side by the country's national bird, the pelican, with wings extended.

The shield was supported by a shoebill and a rhinoceros.

The shield is supported by a serpent and a coiled rope.

The shield is supported by a goat and a lion.

The shield is supported by a Native American and a mermaid.