Nidau

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NIDAU

Canton : Bern

Wappen von Nidau/Arms (crest) of Nidau
Official blazon
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Origin/meaning

Nidau was historically surrounded completely by water. The two animals have been used as symbols for the city since the 14th century. They already appear on a seal from 1363.

Seal of Nidau

The first seal (used from 1363)
Seal of Nidau

The second seal (used from 1369)
Seal of Nidau

The third seal (used 15th century)
Wappen von/Blason de Nidau

Wappen von/Blason de Nidau

Wappen von/Blason de Nidau

Wappen von/Blason de Nidau

Variations of the arms in the Kaffee Hag albums 1914-1960
Wappen von/Blason de Nidau

Literature : Wappenbuch des Kantons Bern, 1981.



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