Gifhorn
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GIFHORN
State : Niedersachsen
District (Kreis) : Gifhorn
Additions : 1974 Gamsen, Kästorf, Neubokel, Wilsche, Winkel
| German |
Ein rot bewehrter goldener Löwe mit roter Zunge steht im blauen Feld auf einem waagerechten, mit dem Mundstück links hingelegten roten Jagdhorn. |
| English | blazon wanted |
Origin/meaning
Gifhorn received town and market rights in 1275 from Johann, Duke of Braunschweig-Lüneburg. Since the late 14th century the city used its own seals.
All lseals show the lion of the Welfen dynasty, to which the Dukes of Braunschweig belonged, as well as a canting horn. The colours are known since the 18th century and have not changed since.
 Seal from around 1900 |
 The arms by Hupp in the Kaffee Hag albums +/- 1925 |
 Postal cancellation 1976 |
Literature: Stadler, 1964-1971, 8 volumes.