DEU Obertshausen COA (Germany) T-Shirt Design
This t-shirt proudly displays the Coat of Arms (COA) of Obertshausen, Germany, a symbol rich in history and local heritage.
Design Elements
The design is centered around the official Obertshausen coat of arms, featuring a distinctive shield. The shield itself is divided in a unique "three-point" style, with three downward-pointing triangular peaks at the top.
Symbolism
The top portion of the shield, set against a red background (chief), showcases a gold (yellow) lion walking (passant). This lion is derived from the arms of the Counts of Schönborn, the noble family who ruled the area from 1664 onward.
The "three-point" division of the shield is also a nod to the Schönborn's Franconian heritage, sometimes referred to as "the points of Franconia."
The bottom (base) of the shield features a silver (white) background. Here, an upright green oak branch is depicted, complete with two leaves and a single acorn. This element is a direct reference to the region's connection to the former Wildbann Dreieich, a historic imperial forest that once covered the area. The oak branch symbolizes woodland rights and forest heritage.
This striking coat of arms, officially adopted in 1979, encapsulates the history of Obertshausen, honoring both its historical rulers and its connection to the natural landscape.
