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The coat of arms of Amsterdam was probably introduced by the city of Amsterdam around 1280. The current coat of arms, which can be traced back to the original coat of arms with minor changes, was confirmed by Royal Decree of 29 March 1947. by the High Council of Nobility. It consists of a red shield with a black pole on top of which are three silver shortened Andrew's crosses or sautoirs placed one below the other. The shield is topped by a red-lined gold imperial crown and is held by two standing lions. Below the shield is a white ribbon with the motto "Heldhaftig Vastberaden Merciful". This same design can be found on the Amsterdam flag, but in a horizontal position.
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