Zell am Harmersbach

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ZELL AM HARMERSBACH

State : Baden-Württemberg
District (Kreis) : Ortenaukreis (until 1973 Wolfach)
Additions : 1974 Oberentersbach; 1975 Unterentersbach, Unterharmersbach

Official blason:
In Gold ein rot bewehrter, rot bezungter schwarzer Adler.

Origin/meaning :
Zell im Harmersbach was founded by the Gengenbach Abbey in the 13^th century and became an imperial city in the 14^th century. All seals since the 13^th century until the 19^th century showed the imperial eagle. After the city had become a part of Baden in the early 19^th century, the arms showed the eagle with a breastshield of Baden, and with the crest and supporters of Baden. Since 1903 the old arms are restored.

The arms in the Kaffee Hag albums +/- 1925

Literature : Stadler, K. : Deutsche Wappen - Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Angelsachsen Verlag, 1964-1971, 8 volumes.