Milano (province)
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MILANO
Region : Lombardia
Official blazon
Origin/meaning
The arms were created after Lodi and surroundings were made a separate province.
The chief show the red cross of the town of Milano. The sun-and-moon are derived from an ancient capital of the area, the Mirasole abbey, near Milan. The blue background was chosen because it's the colour of Europe.
The previous arms:
I have no information on the origin or meaning of these arms. Any information is welcome !
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Literature : Image send to me by mail; Le Province d'Italia, araldica e sedi storiche, 2002