The north point is marked with a fleur de lis, and the principal points, N.E., E., S.E., &c., with their respective names, whilst the intermediate points in the figure have also their names engraved for present information.
The north point, indicated in some of the oldest compass cards with a broad arrow-head or a spear, as well as with a T for Tramontano, gradually developed by a combination of these, about 1492, into a fleur de lis, still universal.
The last place finisher, Fleur Maxwell, has more artistry than Irina.
The Fleur de Lis in Mill Street is to have a face-lift which could cost owners Charles Wells brewery up to £ 400,000.
Fleur de lis decorations can be found in many homes and gardens.
