Shield.  Gules, three chevronelles Argent surmounted by a pale raguly counter raguly of the like, surmounted by a ship’s wheel with eight handles Proper, the rim charged with eight mullets of the second aligned to each handle and bearing a pair of anchors in saltire Or, below a chief wavy Celeste charged with a palm frond Proper; all within a bordure from the State of New York Seal Or.

Crest.  From a wreath Argent and Gules, issuant from base a coral reef Rose, perched atop two Gold White-Eye birds Proper, surmounted by a demi-Statue of Liberty torch enflamed, charged at the handle by a representation of the Bronze Star, all Proper.

Supporters.  A United States Coast Guard Officer Sword and Chief Petty Officer Cutlass in saltire Proper.

Motto.  A scroll Gules lined at the top and bottom Argent, doubled Azure, inscribed “COURAGE DELIVERED HOPE RESTORED” Argent.

Shield.  The design of the shield is adapted from the coat of arms of the State of New York, Clarence Sutphin Jr.’s home state.  The palm frond on the light blue chief illustrates the island of Saipan surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and alludes to one of the battles of the Pacific Campaign during World War II.  The red field highlights the intensity of the Battle of Saipan, which was where Sutphin aided and supplied U.S. Marines on the beaches of the island.  Furthermore, red refers to USCGC CLARENCE SUTPHIN JR’s homeport of Bahrain.  The three chevrons point to Clarence Sutphin Jr.’s ranking as Petty Officer First Class during his participation in the battle.  The pale raguly signify the strength and determination to persevere through the hazardous coasts of the island. Together, both elements embody a Higgins boat approaching the shores of Saipan.  The wooden ship wheel bearing white battle stars denotes Sutphin’s role as a Higgins Boat operator on the USS LEONARD WOOD and his participation in all eight of the ship’s amphibious assaults.  The crossed anchors were derived from the Boatswain’s Mate First Class insignia which was Sutphin’s enlisted grade when he completed three years of service on the ship.

Crest.  The torse or wreath bears the first medal and color of the shield.  The coral reef base was a difficult barrier for Higgins boats to safely transport U.S. Marines, supplies and food onto the beaches.  Perched atop each side of the reef is a Gold White-Eye, signifying Clarence Sutphin Jr.’s heroic determination when he navigated the landing craft through the perilous shores.  The torch is taken from the Statue of Liberty, which points to Sutphin’s hometown of Valley Stream, Long Island, New York.  In addition, the torch is symbolic of Allied liberation as the Battle of Saipan is referred to as “Pacific D-Day” against Japanese occupation.  Surmounting the torch is a representation of the Bronze Star, awarded to Sutphin for his courageous actions during the battle.

Supporters. The Coast Guard Officer’s Sword and Chief Petty Officer’s cutlass honor the crew currently serving aboard USCGC CLARENCE SUTPHIN JR.

Motto. “COURAGE DELIVERED HOPE RESTORED”

Seal.  The coat of arms as blazoned in full color on a circular white background, enclosed by a dark blue border edged along the outside with a gold rope, inscribed “USCGC CLARENCE SUTPHIN JR” above and “WPC 1147” below in gold.