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The golden worm or dragon has been used as the official symbol for the island since the late 16<sup>th</sup> century, but the symbol itself most probably dates from medieval times. Its meaning, however, is not known. It is said that it may be derived from a local legend. It is also possible that the dragon is derived from the griffin of Pommern and [[Rostock]]. | The golden worm or dragon has been used as the official symbol for the island since the late 16<sup>th</sup> century, but the symbol itself most probably dates from medieval times. Its meaning, however, is not known. It is said that it may be derived from a local legend. It is also possible that the dragon is derived from the griffin of Pommern and [[Rostock]]. | ||
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[[Literature]] : Achen, 1982 | [[Literature]] : Achen, 1982 | ||