Biel/Bienne

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BIEL - BIENNE

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

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.

The first seal (used from 1260)	The second seal (used 14th century)
The third seal (used 14th century)	The fourth seal (made 1461)
Arms of Biel/Bienne The arms in a 16th century manuscript