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The cross is the cross of St. Anthony, the local patron saint. The beehive and bees symbolise labour and the hard work of the founders of the city. The farm refers to the initial settlers who cleared the forest and soil. The plough and spinning wheel refer to the textile industry and the (originally) agricultural character of the settlement. The latter is also symbolised by the cotton and coffee branches. | The cross is the cross of St. Anthony, the local patron saint. The beehive and bees symbolise labour and the hard work of the founders of the city. The farm refers to the initial settlers who cleared the forest and soil. The plough and spinning wheel refer to the textile industry and the (originally) agricultural character of the settlement. The latter is also symbolised by the cotton and coffee branches. | ||
The motto ''Ex labore | The motto ''Ex labore dulcedo'' means ''From work comes sweetness''. | ||
The previous arms were designed in 1975. | The previous arms were designed in 1975. | ||