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Deutsche Wappen (Gemeindewappen/Kreiswappen) German Civic Heraldry SCHLESWIG State : Schleswig-Holstein District (Kreis) : Schleswig-Flensburg (until 1970 Schleswig) Origin/meaning: Schleswig was already an important town in the 10th century and seat of a bishop since 934. In 1100 the city was enlarged and became the capital of the newly formed Duchy of Schleswig, formed by the Kings of Denmark. The oldest seals date from the early 13th century and already show the same composition. The present arms were granted in 1935 and based on the oldest seal. The colours are not historical, but are based on the colours of the Duchy of Schleswig. The castle is the local castle, the moon and crescent are probably religious symbols. The waves symbolise the bay of Schlei. Seal from around 1900 The arms as shown in the Coffee Hag albums from the 1920s The additional small shield in the arms above is based on the flag of the city. Literature : Stadler, 1964-1971, 8 volumes; Kaffee Hag albums, 1920s

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