Beinhorn
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Heraldry of the World Civic heraldry of Germany - Deutsche Wappen (Gemeindewappen/Kreiswappen) |
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BEINHORN
State : Niedersachsen
District (Kreis) : Region Hannover (until 2001 Hannover (until 1974 Burgdorf))
Incorporated into : 1974 Burgdorf
Origin/meaning
The arms were granted on January 28, 1964.
The upper part shows the lion, which was used by several municipalities in the area, that received a large degree freedom in the 17th century. The small bar is the important road that runs through the municipality. The millstone symbolises the historical mill, the largest in the area, which was situated in Beinhorn.
Literature : Peters, 1974