annulet argent, p. 48. (Dictionary)


VI.

The number of the points of mullets must be specified if more than
five: also if a mullet or any other charge is pierced, it must be
mentioned.


VII.

When a ray of the sun or other single figure is borne in any other
part of the escutcheon than the centre, the point it issues from must
be named.


VIII.

The natural colour of trees, plants, fruits, birds, &c., is to be
expressed in emblazoning by the word _proper_; but if they vary from
their natural colour, the tincture or metals that is used must be
named.


IX.

Two metals cannot come in contact: thus or, cannot be placed on
argent, but must be contrasted with a tincture.