Thun

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THUN

Canton : Bern
Addirions : 1913 Goldiwil; 1920 Strättligen

Official blazon

Origin/meaning

The arms have been used by the city of Thun since the 13^th century. The original black star was replaced by the golden star after the Battle of Murten in 1476. The arms are also used by the district of Thun, founded in 1803.