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[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_heraldry|Dutch heraldry] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belgian_heraldry|Belgian heraldry] is the form of coats of arms and other heraldic bearings and insignia used in the Kingdom of the Netherlands and Kingdom of Belgium and the Belgian colonial empire but also in the historical territories that make up the Lowlands (or Nederlands). <br>
[[File:Royal coat of arms of the Netherlands.svg|thumb|
== Features ==
▲[[File:Royal coat of arms of the Netherlands.svg|thumb|500px|Royal coat of arms of the Netherlands]]
The main feature of this tradition is the use of the '''barred helmet''' (often with a golden trim and a collar) and that for all individual they be from nobility or not. The use of a '''belt''' to attach the shield to the helm is also prominent, especially in Belgian heraldry. Traditionally, the '''torses of Nederlandse coat of arms also have five twists''' contrary to the six often seen in the british isles.
▲[[File:Great coat of arms of Belgium.svg|thumb|500px|Royal coat of arms of Belgium]]
'''Belgian Heraldry''' is also known for blazoning not only the motto but the scroll, indicating the colours of the letters and of the scroll itself.
== Authorities ==
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File:hoge-raad-van-adel-logo.svg|thumb|100px|[https://www.hogeraadvanadel.nl]|Hoge Raad van Adel (Municipalities and Nobility)
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<center>'''Belgium'''</center>
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