Diocese of Pittsburgh

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DIOCESE OF PITTSBURGH

Denomination : Roman Catholic

Official blazon

Sable, a fess chequy argent and azure, in chief two crosses-pattées-arrondies or, over all in pale a sword, hilt in base, of the last.

Origin/meaning

I have no information on the origin or meaning of these arms. Any information is welcome !

Literature : Image from Wikipedia by Alekjds