Design that might represent a family (4,2,4)

I believe the answer is:

coat of arms

(Other definitions for coat of arms that I've seen before include "Badge" , "Official device" , "Heraldic shield" , "Sign of a family" , "Armorial bearings" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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