Berga/Elster
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BERGA/ELSTER
State : Thüringen
District (Kreis) : Greiz
Additions : 1991 Geissendorf; 1994 Clodra, Wolfersdorf, Tschirma
German |
In Silber auf grünem Boden ein natürlicher Eichenbaum. |
English | blazon wanted |
Origin/meaning
Berga was mentioned as a city already in 1386, but full city rights were granted in 1427.
The seals of the city showed a crucifixion from the 15th until the 19th century, when the oak tree appears. The meaning of the tree is not clear.
The arms by Hupp in the Kaffee Hag albums +/- 1925 |
Literature: Ulle, 1998