How many shields are shown in the Buick emblem?

The Buick emblem shows three shields.

The three-shield arrangement developed from Buick’s heraldic identity and became the central feature of the marque’s badge. The shields are commonly presented in red, white, and blue in modern versions, although Buick logos have changed in color and styling over time.

Buick adopted the shield motif in the mid-20th century, replacing earlier emblem designs. The three shields are often associated with the three Buick models that existed when the motif was introduced, though accounts of the precise symbolism vary across historical sources.

The emblem should not be confused with the Buick tri-color badges used on some vehicles, where the shields may appear as separate colored forms. The stable identifying fact is their number: three.