Benzenschwil
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BENZENSCHWIL
Canton : Aargau
Incorporated into : 2011 Merenschwand
Official blazon
Origin/meaning
The arms are derived from the arms of the Amt Merenschwand, to which the village historically belonged. The Amt was part of the Canton Luzern until 1394. The drill is the symbol of St. Leodgar, patron saint of Luern.
Literature : Die Gemeindewappen des Kantons Aargau