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The arms were granted on December 9, 1841. | The arms were granted on December 9, 1841. | ||
The chevron in the arms is taken from the arms of Godfried Hermans, 24th | The chevron in the arms is taken from the arms of Godfried Hermans, 24th Abbot of the Tongerlo Abbey, who died in 1794. The village of Essen was a possession of the Abbey from 1159-1794. The crosier and mitre also refer to the Abbey. | ||
The oxen-heads and sheep are symbols of agriculture and also symbolise strength and patience. | The oxen-heads and sheep are symbols of agriculture and also symbolise strength and patience. | ||