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The elephant is derived from the arms of [[Coventry]], and recalls that Bolton historically belonged to the diocese of Mercia, of which Coventry was the seat. The saddle of the elephant shows a mitre for the bishops. The elephant stands on moorland to suggest the towns old name "Bolton-super-Moras" or "Bolton on the Moors". | The elephant is derived from the arms of [[Coventry]], and recalls that Bolton historically belonged to the diocese of Mercia, of which Coventry was the seat. The saddle of the elephant shows a mitre for the bishops. The elephant stands on moorland to suggest the towns old name "Bolton-super-Moras" or "Bolton on the Moors". | ||
The two black lions are derived from the arms of Flanders ([[Oost Vlaanderen|Vlaanderen]]). Most of the workers in the weaving industry in late medieval times were originally from Vlaanderen, and were of great importance for the development of the city. | The two black lions are derived from the arms of Flanders ([[Oost Vlaanderen|Vlaanderen]]). Most of the workers in the weaving industry in late medieval times were originally from Vlaanderen, and were of great importance for the development of the city. | ||