Savoie (Département)

SAVOIE

Official blazon

French	D'azur à l'écusson cousu de gueules chargé d'une croix d'argent; chaussé du même.
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Origin/meaning

The arms show the geographical situation with high mountains and deep valleys, with a small shield with the historical arms of the Kingdom of Savoie. Compare also Haute-Savoie.

Literature: Image taken from La banque du blason (with permission)