Libreville

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Official blazon
French
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Origin/meaning

The arms symbolise the geographic location by the sea and the Equator. The chief stands for the peaceful co-operation between the European and Gabonese communities.

The sea-lions are a symbol of the port, the flags carried by them makes clear that Libreville is the capital of the republic.

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The arms on a stamp
The arms on a local tax stamp

Literature: Blasons République Gabonaise

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