Khmilnyk

COAT OF ARMS AND FLAG

Hmilnyk city gerb

Description

On the blue shield is a silver brick tower, surrounded by a silver brick wall. The shield is bordered with a gold decorative cartouche topped with a silver brick crown with three teeth.

Symbolics

Silver fortress wall and tower - symbolize the historical past of the city, the heroic struggle of the inhabitants of Khmilnyk, located on the dangerous Black Road, against the oppressors for centuries. Silver color in heraldry symbolizes virtue, purity, perfection and innocence. Blue is a sign of loyalty, honesty and chivalrous virtues.