National Arms of Vatican City
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Heraldry of the World Civic heraldry of Vatican City |
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THE NATIONAL ARMS OF VATICAN CITY
Origin/meaning
The arms show the crossed keys of St. Peter, the gatekeeper of Heaven. Vatican city is the seat of the Bishop of Rome, the Pope, the successor of St. Peter, the first bishop. The tiara, or papal crown, is the typical symbol of the Popes as head of the Catholic church.
Use in collector's items:
 Completely different arms on a Dutch trade card from around 1905 |
 The arms on a matchbox label, 1960s |
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