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The arms are based on the oldest seal of the city, which is known since 1355, but the style indicates an early 13<sup>th</sup> century origin. The two figures, dressed as Roman senators, are of unknown origin. It has been postulated that these are two saints, but more likely they are judges or senators. Viborg was the seat of an important court at the time, the main court in Jylland. | The arms are based on the oldest seal of the city, which is known since 1355, but the style indicates an early 13<sup>th</sup> century origin. The two figures, dressed as Roman senators, are of unknown origin. It has been postulated that these are two saints, but more likely they are judges or senators. Viborg was the seat of an important court at the time, the main court in Jylland. | ||