Biel/Bienne

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BIEL - BIENNE

Canton : Bern
Additions: 1917 Bözingen; 1920 Madretsch, Mett

Wappen von Biel/Bienne/Arms (crest) of Biel/Bienne
Official blazon
German In Rot zwei gekreuzte weiße Beile.
English blazon wanted

Origin/meaning

The arms are canting (Beil=axe) and have been used by the city since 1260. The arms are also used by the district of Biel.

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Literature : Wappenbuch des Kantons Bern, 1981.