Lierne
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LIERNE
Province : Nord-Trøndelag
Additions : 1964 Nordli, Sørli
Official blazon
I blått tre stående sølv ryper, to over en.
Origin/meaning
The arms were granted on February 3, 1984.
The hunt for ptarmigan historically was of great importance to survive during the winters in the area. The bird was thus chosen as a symbol for the municipality.
Literature : Norwegian Municipal Network; Norske Kommunevåpen, Kommunalforlaget, 1987.