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====Origin/meaning====
====Origin/meaning====
Rouen was one of the largest and most important cities in what is now the north of France since the 6<sup>th</sup> century. The arms show the Paschal Lamb, the symbol of St. John, the patron saint of the city. The arms are known since 1266. The chief is the chief of France and indicates the importance of the city.
Rouen was one of the largest and most important cities in what is now the north of France since the 6<sup>th</sup> century. The arms show the Paschal Lamb, the symbol of St. John, the patron saint of the city. The arms are known since 1266. The chief is the chief of France and indicates the importance of the city.

Revision as of 17:27, 21 January 2016

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Département : Seine-Maritime

Official blazon

Origin/meaning

Rouen was one of the largest and most important cities in what is now the north of France since the 6th century. The arms show the Paschal Lamb, the symbol of St. John, the patron saint of the city. The arms are known since 1266. The chief is the chief of France and indicates the importance of the city.

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The arms in the Café Sanka album +/- 1932
Rouen.lau.jpg

The arms on a tobacco card by Laurens
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The arms on a postcard by Barré Dayez
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The arms on a postcard by Kroma
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The arms on a postcard by Maurice Jacquez
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The arms on a trade card from Félix Potin

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