Borstel (Diepholz)

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Wappen von Borstel (Diepholz)/Arms (crest) of Borstel (Diepholz)
BORSTEL

Country: Germany
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State: Niedersachsen
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District (Kreis): Diepholz
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Samtgemeinde: Siedenburg
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Origin/meaning

The arms show a kettle hook, used in historical times over an open fire. The common furnace was a secret place and thus the hook was taken as a symbol. The two pikes are a symbol of the vigilance of the villagers.

Literature:Info from http://www.siedenburg-online.de




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