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The arms are based on the oldest seal of the city, known since 1351, but dating from the early 14<sup>th</sup> century. The tower symbolises the fortified city of Vechta, which had received city rights in the first half of the 13<sup>th</sup> century. | The arms are based on the oldest seal of the city, known since 1351, but dating from the early 14<sup>th</sup> century. The tower symbolises the fortified city of Vechta, which had received city rights in the first half of the 13<sup>th</sup> century. | ||