Each town has a certain symbolism, namely the flag and coat of arms.They are a kind of marks of distinction, isolated city among other cities, in the metaphorical form of talk about its history, the prevailing directions of agriculture and industry.Izhevsk also has its own coat of arms and flag, which reflects the main milestones in the development of the capital of the Udmurt Republic.
coat of arms and flag as the official symbols
flag and coat of arms - are integral characters are not just any country, but each city.In fact, these emblems, as well as the name expresses the same thing - a particular location with their own economic, political, cultural and economic characteristics.
The difference is that in the name of the city you can not reflect all significant aspects of the history, while the coat of arms and flag help to illustrate what is notable for the locality.
These official symbols are enshrined in legislation and have certain limitations in the use of which shall be established by the mayor and other members of the apparatus of government.
Description of official symbols of Izhevsk
Izhevsk coat of arms and flag - two characters that are almost exactly repeat each other.
Coat is a silvery-blue heraldic shield divided into two symmetrical parts of the vertical boundary of two primary colors.In the middle are located mites.On silver background Shield left half of the tool is colored in blue, and the right - on the contrary.On top of ticks is an arrow with the same colors.In the background are two green hue rowan branches with red berries at the base.Coat of Arms of Izhevsk is made by all the canons of heraldry and approved at the legislative level.
flag almost identical to the coat of arms of the city.However, there are some differences.So, in the colors of the flag is replaced by the silver shade of white.Emblem on the flag is applied on both sides.Standard character size and expresses the ratio of 1: 2 widths and lengths.
value Emblem
Neither character is not created without a hidden meaning, lying in its basis.The exception is not, and the coat of arms Izhevsk.What does this emblem?Traditionally it is believed that this symbol of the city reflects the intensive development of the production of weapons (the arrow on the arms).She is pointing up, indicating that the constant quest for perfection and improvement of production technologies.The boom in the late XIX century, minted in the entire production of the Izhevsk plant.
Ticks mean a powerful industrial city and its economic potential, which has given a lot of large industrial enterprises in the city.
Coat of Arms of Izhevsk also decorated with bunches of rowan.According to some sources, they point to the geographical location of the city on the territory of the growth of the flora.On the other hand, the image of a mountain ash, according to the locals, can be interpreted as a symbol of unity of all living on the territory of nations.
Interesting facts about the emblem
official symbols of the settlement were less than twenty years ago.So, Izhevsk coat of arms was created and approved in 1997 by the decision of the City Duma.The authors of the project are Sergei Bekhterev and Nikolai Bykov.
current emblem did not immediately became the official symbol of Izhevsk.Many artists offer their works for the competition.Mainly in the center of the emblem is placed famous Izhevsk plant.Other options were often too complex, overloaded with elements and ornaments.
The original version of the modern coat of arms is preserved to this day.It is located in the archive the city administration.
in accordance with the laws of Izhevsk coat of arms can be reproduced in black and white and in color.
use of the emblem
emblem of the city of Izhevsk - is the official symbol, so its use is strictly regulated.He must be present on all documents and forms of local government settlement, as well as in buildings and halls of the meeting representatives of the city authorities.
emblem traditionally placed at the entrance of Izhevsk, in various buildings, which represent the architectural value or values are the houses of the city.Vehicles representatives of power structures, as well as public transport can also be decorated with the emblem of the city.During public holidays Izhevsk coat is applied to the transport in the building.His image can be seen on the streets and squares in the shop windows.
This official emblem of the city and is applied to the souvenirs produced in the territory of the metropolis.The coat of arms can be used in the manufacture of souvenir badges, medals and orders.
Izhevsk City Council has the right to charge a fee for the use of the coat of arms or flag is not permitted by applicable law.
