A set of drawings of different parts of the face used to compose a likeness of a person for identification. It was evolved by Hugh C McDonald in the USA. It has largely been replaced by photofit, based on photographs, which produces a more realistic likeness.
The Pillars of Hercules represent the promontories of Gibraltar and Ceuta. The shield represents the regions of Castile, Léon, Aragón, Navarre, and Granada. Effective date: 18 December 1981.