Last modified: 2016-09-03 by klaus-michael schneider
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2:3 image by Sérgio Horta, 4 Sep 2016
It is a typical Portuguese communal flag, with the coat of arms centred on a plain yellow field.
Source: communal webpage
Klaus-Michael Schneider, 4 Sep 2016
Shield Vert, a sword Argent hilted Or set in pale, flanked by two corn cobs Or leaved Argent in chief, issuant from base a bridge Or masoned Sable having three arches, Mural crown Argent with three visible towers (village rank) and white scroll with inscription in black capitals "GUILHABREU".
Meaning:
The sword is that one of Gonçalo Mendes da Maia, called "O Lidador" (= the warrior). The bridge is symbolizing the aqueduct of Quinta da Meca, being part of the local heritage. The corn cobs are symbolizing agriculture.
Source: Ralf Hartemink's webpage
Klaus-Michael Schneider, 4 Sep 2016
Flag and arms published in the official journal Diário da República: III Série on 26 May 2004
Klaus-Michael Schneider, 4 Sep 2016
Guilhabreu Commune is one of the 21 communes of Vila do Conde Municipality; it had 2357 inhabitants in 2011 and covers 6.5 km².
Klaus-Michael Schneider, 4 Sep 2016
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