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===Origin/meaning===
===Origin/meaning===
The oldest known seal of the town dates from the late 14<sup>th</sup> century and shows only the quartered shield of the State of Würzburg. From 1512 onwards all the seals show the above arms, only the T was added in the 19<sup>th</sup> century.<br/>
The oldest known seal of the town dates from the late 14<sup>th</sup> century and shows only the quartered shield of the State of Würzburg. From 1512 onwards all the seals show the above arms, only the T was added in the 19<sup>th</sup> century.<br/>
The knight is likely a canting symbol, the old name of the town was Heltmann (literally Hero-man).
The knight is likely a canting symbol, the old name of the town was Heltmann (literally Hero-man).
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