Berga/Elster

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BERGA/ELSTER

State : Thüringen
District (Kreis) : Greiz
Additions : 1991 Geissendorf; 1994 Clodra, Wolfersdorf, Tschirma

Official blazon

German	In Silber auf grünem Boden ein natürlicher Eichenbaum.
English	No blazon/translation known. Please click here to send your (heraldic !) blazon or translation

Origin/meaning

Berga was mentioned as a city already in 1386, but full city rights were granted in 1427.

The seals of the city showed a crucifixion from the 15th until the 19^th century, when the oak tree appears. The meaning of the tree is not clear.

The arms by Hupp in the Kaffee Hag albums +/- 1925

Literature: Ulle, 1998