Last modified: 2025-04-19 by daniel rentería
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Each municipality in Durango has its own municipal coat of arms. Most
interestingly, the adoption of local coats of arms appears to have started a bit
late; in the early 2000's, around 2004, by initiative of the State government.
Though it is known some were adopted in the '80s as typical, more often that not
local coats of arms were adopted in the early 2000's.
The most common themes in the creations of municipal coats of arms are
agriculture and ranching; these are usually represented by fruits, vegetables,
fields, bundles, tractors, or cattle and horses. Most of the rural areas rely on
these for their economies. Because agriculture cannot really exist without
water, streams of water are also seen often. Education and transport is of great
importance, which is why they are also seen frequently on these symbols (torch/open book and roads
or railroad track).
Mining is a particularly important industry here too. A crossed pick and shovel
are a symbol of mining, and as such are often seen amongst these local coats of
arms. Some try to evoke similarity to the coat of arms of the state, and have
branches to their sides or a crown. A cross is frequently seen or the local
church, as faith is important.
Daniel Rentería, 18 April 2025