Kerken
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Country : Germany State : Nordrhein-Westfalen District (Kreis) : Kleve (until 1969 Geldern) Additions:
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German | Gespalten von rot und silber (weiß), darin über je einer Mispelblüte eine Kirche in verwechselten Farben. |
English | blazon wanted |
Origin/meaning
The arms were officially granted on November 16, 1971.
The two churches are canting elements (Kirch = kerk = church), for Aldekerk and Nieukerk. The two roses are the old symbol of Geldern and represent Eyll and Stenden, which were possessions of the dukes of Geldern.
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Literature: Stadler, K. : Deutsche Wappen - Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Angelsachsen Verlag, 1964-1971, 8 volumes; Nagel, R. : Rheinisches Wappenbuch, Köln, 1986.
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