Mayumba

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Official blazon
French	De gueules à la croix d'argent de Malte flanquée à Senestre dauphin ployé d'un d'or.
English	blazon wanted

Origin/meaning

The town is situated by the sea, which is symbolised by the dolphin. The Maltese Cross recalls the leprosy hospital run by the Military Order Of Malta in Mayumba.

Image gallery

The arms on a stamp and FDC

Literature: Blasons République Gabonaise

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