18 May 2025

coat of arms

 

The Latvian coat of arms  was designed in 1921 after its independence from German rule. The sun, as a symbol of self determination, has 17 rays representing the 17 counties.  There are also symbols of historical regions with the red lion and the silver griffin as well as three stars for Livonia (Swedish and Polish) and Courland.  The branches on the bottom are oaks.  

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4 comments:

  1. Mail Adventures18.5.25

    I like how there is so much meaning and symbolism in every coat of arms.

    Mine are here.

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  2. Joy18.5.25

    After all their centuries of foreign rule they had plenty of time to dream of their perfect symbols. I like the oak leaves
    My shields are here

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  3. Lisa18.5.25

    I enjoyed this theme, very educational!
    Mine:
    https://lisasgardenadventureinoregon.blogspot.com/2025/05/sunday-stamps-may-18-2025.html

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  4. marina19.5.25

    I enjoy discovering the meanings of all the symbols.

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