* Top left and bottom right quarters: Three gold lions passant guardant (walking, facing forward, and looking forward) on a red background. This represents England.
* Top right and bottom left quarters: A single gold lion passant guardant on a blue background. This represents Scotland.
Above the shield:
* A crown: The Crown of St. Edward, worn by monarchs at their coronation.
* A crest: A gold lion standing on a crown, holding a red sword in its right paw and a gold scepter in its left.
Supporting the shield:
* Two supporters: A gold lion on the left and a silver unicorn on the right. Both hold a banner bearing the motto "Dieu et mon droit" (French for "God and my right").
Below the shield:
* A motto scroll: "Dieu et mon droit".
The overall design is often described as bold and traditional. The lions, the crown, and the motto all symbolize the power and authority of the English monarchy.
Note: The English coat of arms is often used alongside the Union Jack (the flag of the United Kingdom). It is also incorporated into other national symbols, such as the royal cypher and the royal standard.