Saint-Prix (Val-d'Oise)

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SAINT-PRIX

Département : Val-d'Oise

Blason de Saint-Prix (Val-d'Oise)/Arms (crest) of Saint-Prix (Val-d'Oise)
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Origin/meaning

The tower is a canting symbol for the old name of the village, Thor (from Tour, tower). The new name was adopted in the early 19th century when the H. Prix performed some miracles near the village.


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Literature: Gassowski, A : Armorial des communes du Val-d'Oise. Poster published by Gaso Mériel, 1995. Info provided by Alain Roth (alain.roth@oracle.com)