Bochnia

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BOCHNIA

Province: Małopolska
County: Bochnia

Arms (crest) of Bochnia
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Origin/meaning

The hammers are a symbol for the salt mines and salt mining in the area. The shield with the hammers was first used in the 14th century. In the present arms the colours were changed from silver to gold.

Arms (crest) of Bochnia

The arms in the 1950s
Arms (crest) of Bochnia

The arms in 1964

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