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    Coat of arms of Switzerland - Wikipedia

    The coat of arms of the Swiss Confederation shows the same white-on-red cross as the flag of Switzerland, but on a heraldic shield instead of the square field. The federal coat of arms (eidgenössisches Wappen) was defined by the Swiss Diet (Tagsatzung) in 1815, for the Restored Confederacy. A more elaborate federal seal … See more

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    The 2017 law defines the "Swiss coat of arms" (German: Schweizerwappen) formally the "Coat of Arms of the Swiss Confederation" ( See more

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    The Swiss cross originates as a field sign worn by the troops of the Old Swiss Confederacy. Use of the emblem is attested with … See more

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    What is the coat of arms of the Swiss Confederation?
    The coat of arms of the Swiss Confederation shows the same white-on-red cross as the flag of Switzerland, but on a heraldic shield instead of the square field. The federal coat of arms (eidgenössisches Wappen) was defined by the Swiss Diet (Tagsatzung) in 1815, for the Restored Confederacy.

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    How many Swiss family names (Swiss last names) do we have coat of arms for?
    The above list contains over 800 Swiss family names (Swiss Last Names) that we have coat of arms for. These family name coat or arms have been drawn from accurate descriptions and references from only original Heraldry art manuscripts.

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    Where can I find a copy of a Swiss coat of arms?
    Bern coat of arms Glarus coat of arms Nidwalden coat of arms Obwalden coat of arms A useful periodical for Swiss Heraldry is Genealogisch-Heraldischen Gesellschaft Bern Mitteilungsblatt and is available at the FamilySearch Library. The call number is 949.452 B2m. it is a bi-annual publication.

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    What does Switzerland's coat of arms represent?
    The coat of arms of Switzerland, representing its rich history and sovereignty. Switzerland’s coat of arms features the same white cross on a red background, mirroring the national flag’s design. Established in 1815 for the Restored Confederacy.

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    When did the Swiss cross become a coat of arms?
    In November 1889, the Federal Council published a "communication regarding the federal coat of arms", detailing the history of the use of the Swiss cross since the 15th century. Seals produced from 1815 onward, and cantonal coins minted from 1826 showed the arms of the cross in the 7:6 length to width ratio.

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    How many cantons in Switzerland have a flag and a coat of arms?
    Each of the 26 modern cantons of Switzerland has an official flag and a coat of arms. The history of development of these designs spans the 13th to the 20th centuries. The cantons are listed in their order of precedence given in the federal constitution. [ 1 ]

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