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=== Features ===
The main feature of this tradition is the use of the '''Iberian Shield''' (squared top and rounded bottom, also called "Peninsular", "Spanish" or "Portuguese") which appearance and use was most prevalent in Iberia. The use of a '''belt''' to attach the shield to the helm is also prominent, especially in In both countries.<br>
'''Crests and helmets''' worn atop the shield are also common in Spain and Portugal. The '''use of a belt''' to attach the shield to the helm is also prominent in both countries. <br>
'''Portuguese Heraldry''' is known for it's versatility in inheritance, armigers being able to equally inherit from the paternal and maternal line.<br>
'''Both systemstradition have a system of cadency''', but whereas the Spanish one lessis usedbarely andused, the Portuguese one strictly applied.
The use of ordinaries like the '''bordure'''bordures and the '''orleorles''' are a common trait. Words and ,letters and '''quartering''' as marshalling of arms are extremely used by both systems. Crests and helmets are also common in Spain and Portugal.
 
=== Authorities ===