Norway + Coat of Arms Tea Towel

This item has "NORWAY" in an arched, collegiate style. Below the type is an image of the Norwegian Coat of Arms. The Coat of arms of Norway is, blazoned, a crowned lion rampant Or holding an axe Or with a blade argent. The Royal Coat of Arms originated in the 13th century or earlier, after which it has been in continuous use. (Until 1937, there was no distinct State Coat of Arms.) Following different cultural epochs and changing fashions, the Royal Coat of Arms has appeared in several varieties. The Lion, which is commonly known as The Norwegian Lion, has been a popular and embraced symbol for centuries.