Rückingen

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RÜCKINGEN

State : Hessen
District (Kreis) : Main-Kinzig Kreis (until 1972 Hanau)
Incorporated into : 1976 Erlensee

Official blazon

German
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Origin/meaning

The arms were granted in 1951 and combines elements of the arms of two noble families, which played a major role in the local history. The upper half is derived from the arms of the former Lords of Rückingen. The three fish are derived from the arms of the Lords of Fargel.

Literature: Stadler, 1964-1971, 8 volumes.

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