Coat of Arms of the Canton of Bern - Swiss Heraldry #3270278 (License: Personal Use)

This heraldic shield is vertically divided (per fess) into two fields: the chief (upper) half is gold (yellow) bearing a crowned azure (blue) lion rampant, while the base (lower) half is sable (black) with a argent (white/silver) bear rampant. The crowned lion represents sovereignty and historical ties to the Holy Roman Empire, while the bear is Bern’s ancient emblem, reflecting the city’s founding legend and enduring identity.

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