Flag of Mide
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The flag and arms of the medieval Irish province of Mide (Meath) consist of a monarch seated on a throne. [1]
The arms reflect the fact that Tara, seat of the legendary High King of Ireland, was in Mide.[1] The symbolism is derived from iconography rather than classical heraldry.[1] Medieval royal seals portrayed a majesty on the obverse and the arms of the sovereign on the reverse. The sceptre represented power and the outstretched right hand justice; both of which were royal prerogatives.[1]
The arms of Mide were apparently used at one time as the arms of Ireland, i.e. a majesty on a sable background, the provincial arms being displayed on an azure field.[1]
The arms are still used by the Meath GAA, but the Meath county council has adopted a new design.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ a b c d e Carragin, Eoin (2007-04-18). Heraldry in Ireland (PDF). National Library of Ireland. Retrieved on 2008-03-17.
- ^ Irish Civic & Regional Coats of Arms. heraldry.ws. Retrieved on 2008-03-17.
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