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In Silber ein rot bewehrter blauer Panther.
In Silber ein rot bewehrter blauer Panther.
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===Origin/meaning===
===Origin/meaning===
Ingolstadt received city rights in the 13<sup>th</sup> century. The oldest known seal dates from the same time, and shows St. Mauritius, the patron saint of the local church. On the second seal, known since 1314 he holds a small shield with the panther. Since around 1340 only the panther is used on the seals and arms of the city.
Ingolstadt received city rights in the 13<sup>th</sup> century. The oldest known seal dates from the same time, and shows St. Mauritius, the patron saint of the local church. On the second seal, known since 1314 he holds a small shield with the panther. Since around 1340 only the panther is used on the seals and arms of the city.