It took Libert C. Welch (Fidel) nearly four (4) years to complete. Over three dozen sketches were done and approximately $6,000.00 was spend, before finally settling on four that he believe the families would appreciate. The Welch Family Coat of Arms, the Bailey Family Coat of Arms, and the two Welch-Bailey 1881 Family Crests. On August 23, 2016 he unveiled them on Facebook to the families.

Libert C. Welch (Fidel) is the sole proprietor of the Welch Family Crest, the Bailey Family Crest, and the Welch-Bailey Family crests. These crests should not be used without the written consent of Libert C Welch (Fidel) or his designee, Kristen J. Welch or Sean N. Welch.

A Trademark application was filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) ON August 12, 2016.

A blanket authorization was issued to the 2018 Welch-Bailey Family Reunion Committee through June 30, 2018. Any proceeds from the sale of memorabilia of any kind will be donated to the 2018 Welch-Bailey Family Reunion Committee through July 31, 2018, for the sole purpose of funding the 2018 Welch-Bailey Family Reunion.

A blanket authorization is also extended to anyone who wishes to use them for the purpose of a personal body tattoo.