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The common bittern in the upper half is one of the bird species at the Étang d'Amel pond/lake, developed by monks in the 12th century for fish farming. The two bars also refer to the pond and fishing. | The common bittern in the upper half is one of the bird species at the Étang d'Amel pond/lake, developed by monks in the 12th century for fish farming. The two bars also refer to the pond and fishing. | ||
The two barbels refer to the Barrois (Duchy of Bar) to which the village historically belonged. The silver chevron only has a decorative function. | The two barbels refer to the Barrois ([[Duchy of Bar]]) to which the village historically belonged. The silver chevron only has a decorative function. | ||
The Roman centurion's helmet recalls that the village existed already in the Gallo-Roman period; coins, found on the site, attest to this. | The Roman centurion's helmet recalls that the village existed already in the Gallo-Roman period; coins, found on the site, attest to this. | ||