Town of Coventry - Coventry, CT
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N 41° 46.781 W 072° 18.673
18T E 723454 N 4628809
The coat of arms of the Town of Coventry is similar to it's larger and more famous counterpart in the United Kingdom.
Waymark Code: WMFZFF
Location: Connecticut, United States
Date Posted: 12/23/2012
Views: 3
Coventry, CT is a small town in Tolland County in east central Connecticut located on Lake Wangumbaug. It describes itself as the gateway to northeastern Connecticut. It was incorporated in 1712, has an area of about 37 square miles and a population of 12,500.
The coat of arms has a shield divided vertically. the left side is red and contains three vertical arrows, aligned horizontally. The right side is green and contains three horseshoes aligned vertically. the shield is flanked on the left by an American eagle with winds partially outstreached. To the right is a white eagle. Above the crest is an elephant and castle. Below in a green pasture surrounding Lake Wangumbaug and a ribbon is the Latin motto Altiora In Votis (Seek Higher Things).
Bearer of Coat of Arms: Town
Full name of the bearer: Town of Coventry
Where is Coat of Arms installed (short description) ?:
On the pediment above the Town Hall.
Material / Design: Wood
Address:
Coventry Town Hall
1712 Main Street
Coventry, CT 06238
Web page about the bearer of Coat of Arms (if exists): [Web Link]
Blazon (heraldic description): Not listed
Web page about the structure where is Coat of Arms installed (if exists): Not listed
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