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Heraldry of the World Civic heraldry of Germany - Deutsche Wappen (Gemeindewappen/Kreiswappen) |
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VECHTA
State : Niedersachsen
District (Kreis) : Vechta
Additions : 1933 Oyte; 1974 Langförden
Official blazon
Origin/meaning
The arms are based on the oldest seal of the city, known since 1351, but dating from the early 14th century. The tower symbolises the fortified city of Vechta, which had received city rights in the first half of the 13th century.
The head in the base of the shield symbolises most likely St. Paul, patron saint of the State of Münster, to which the city belonged form 1252-1803.
As the colours were not officially determined and many variations were used, it was decided in 1934 to use red and gold for Münster and red, gold and blue for Oldenburg. In 1803 the city had become part of the State of Oldenburg. In 1955 the arms were confirmed.
 The arms in the Kaffee Hag albums +/- 1925 |
Literature : Stadler, K. : Deutsche Wappen - Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Angelsachsen Verlag, 1964-1971, 8 volumes.