Episode 3 of 3
Grant of Seal
- When
- 1643
- Where
- Kristiansand
- Part of
- Founding of Kristiansand
In 1643, Christian IV granted the town the right to use a seal with the Norwegian lion and royal crown.
Two years after founding, the king authorized the use of an official seal. This seal, featuring the Norwegian lion and royal crown, became the basis for the city's later coat of arms.
Sources
- Kristiansand Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
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