modern arms of Georgia was approved in 2004.This is a big red shield, which is supported by two golden lions.It is an image silver figure of St. George (the main patron of the State), that kills the dragon with his spear.Above the shield is a golden crown of Georgia.The modern coat of arms was created under the influence of cultural traditions.Therefore, in order to understand what represents each of its elements should be considered heraldic history of Georgian lands.
ancient history and heraldry Georgia
before our era to the modern Georgia there were two kingdoms of Colchis and Iberia.The banner of the ruler of Colchis Vakhtang I is one of the oldest relics.Later, Georgian lands were part of different states: the Roman Empire, the Byzantine Empire, the Arab Caliphate.But the most established close ties with the Great Armenia.It is under its influence in Georgia adopted Christianity.And then for the first time in the symbolism of the ruling dynasty of Bagrationi image appears Heaton Lord.This same pattern was the main element of the coat of arms of Vakhtang VI.Coat of Bagrationi dynasty was a shield on the sides of which were two lions.The four fields of the shield contained the following image: golden orb, harp, slings, crossed scepter and sword.
At this time, there is also the image of St. George - the most revered saints in the territory of Georgia and Ossetia.The appearance of the legend of St. George is connected with the activity of the Holy Nina (IV cent.).
Coat Georgian kingdom
Coat of Georgia in the XIX century.representing a compound symbol Caucasian lands, which at that time belonged to the Russian Empire.
- Part symbolized Iberia.On a red background was depicted a silver horse.In two corners located eight-pointed stars.
- second part of the shield symbolizes Kartalinia.On the golden background was depicted fire-breathing mountain.She was pierced by two black arrows.
- third part - a symbol kabarda territories.On a blue background was depicted a small gold shield.He lay on the two silver crossed arrows.In the middle of the shield it was drawn, the red crescent.
- fourth part - a symbol of Armenia.On the golden background was traced red lion crowned.
- tip of the emblem symbolizes the land of princes Cherkassky and Mountain.On the golden background was depicted Circassian, who sat on a black galloping horse.
- The central shield emblem was located in Georgia.It was depicted George, piercing a dragon with his spear.
Emblem of the Georgian Democratic Republic
Consider the flag and emblem of Georgia in 1918-1921.It should be noted that the Democratic Republic of Georgia was established on the territory of the Batumi region and two provinces: Tiflis and Kutaisi.The authors of the main symbols of the new entity was I. Charlemagne and H. I. Nikoladze.
Coat of Georgia in 1918-1921.He was a star of seven ends.In its center is a brown shield, which depicted George, seated on a white horse.In his right hand he held a spear of gold, and the left - a shield.Above the St. George were depicted eight-pointed stars (5 pieces), as well as the month and the sun.
flag of Georgia in 1918-1921.It was a banner cornel color (darker shade of red).In the upper left corner were two bands: black and white.They symbolize the main colors of Kartli-Kakheti kingdom.
flag and coat of arms of Georgia during the Soviet period
Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic was proclaimed in 1921.The authors of the coat of arms of her steel IA Charlemagne and EELansere.They were among the founders of the Democratic Republic of Georgia in 1918. That is why the coat of arms of Georgian SSR was significantly different from the other socialist character.It sounded more than the national rather than the traditional Soviet motives.
In 1990, the main symbol of the republic regains more national motives.The exact description of the coat of arms of Georgia of 1990-2004.can be found in the amendments to the Constitution of the Georgian SSR.It was a seven-pointed star, decorated with ornaments.At its center was a circle drawn, cornel color.It was St. George on a white horse, which was standing on the top of the mountain.Victorious in his hand held a weapon.Above him are 5 eight-pointed silver stars, the moon and the sun.
modern arms of Georgia: the value
Key elements of the coat of arms of the modern state:
- Red Shield.
- silver figure of Saint George (patron saint of the State).
- Georgian crown (a symbol of the Bagrationi dynasty).
- Golden lions supporting a shield.
- Inscription: "Strength in unity."
George the Georgian emblem - a symbol of Christian traditions and values.The image of the saint embodies the strength, will and unity of the people.
primary colors - red and gold - carry power and wealth.At the same time the Georgian coat of arms contains a white and silver shades.They symbolize the purity and power of the people in his state.
