Pall

A blue pall, under a red chevron, in the arms of Christchurch, Dorset

A pall is a Y shaped heraldic charge. An example of a (fesswise) pall is the green portion of the Flag of South Africa.

A pall that stops short of the shield's edges is called a shakefork or pairle.

Traditionally, a pall on a shield often indicates a connection with the clergy, particularly bishoprics.

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