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The lion's head is already seen on the oldest seals of the town, known since 1555. Two later seals, both from the 17<sup>th</sup> century, also show the lion's head. <br/> | The lion's head is already seen on the oldest seals of the town, known since 1555. Two later seals, both from the 17<sup>th</sup> century, also show the lion's head. <br/> | ||
The lion is derived from the arms of the Counts of Nassau, who ruled the area for many centuries, and who granted city rights in 1323. | The lion is derived from the arms of the Counts of Nassau, who ruled the area for many centuries, and who granted city rights in 1323. | ||