Coat of Arms of Sofia 1900

"Coat of Arms of Sofia" is a heraldic design created by Bulgarian artist Haralampi Tachev in 1900. The design incorporates traditional heraldic elements, including a shield divided into four quadrants, each depicting a symbol representing the city of Sofia. The top left quadrant shows a crowned female figure, likely representing Saint Sofia, the city's namesake. The top right quadrant depicts a building, likely the city's first church. The bottom left quadrant features a red lion on a silver background. The bottom right quadrant shows a small temple-like structure. The shield is topped with a crown and flanked by two stylized branches. Below the shield, a ribbon bears the inscription "Расте, но не старее", which translates to "It grows, but does not age". This artistic representation of Sofia's coat of arms showcases the city's rich history and cultural significance.