On this day, in 1747, Holy Roman....

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Posted by: Marc-André Laverdière

Created on: May 5 2016 at 16:12

On this day, in 1747, Holy Roman Emperor Leopold II was born.

His arms are wayyyyy too much work to blason and are probably a good exam question for aspiring heralds. :)

Note the typical double-headed eagle behind the shield as supporter and the very many crowns.

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Greater_Coat_of_Arms_of_Leopold_II_and_Francis_II,_Holy_Roman_Emperors.svg#/media/File:Greater_Coat_of_Arms_of_Leopold_II_and_Francis_II,_Holy_Roman_Emperors.svg

File:Greater Coat of Arms of Leopold II and Francis II, Holy Roman Emperors.svg - Wikimedia Commons

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