The coat of arms of Munich (Münchner Wappen) depicts a young monk dressed in black holding a red book. It has existed in a similar form since the 13th century, though at certain points in its history it has not depicted the central figure of the monk at all.

Münchner Kindl, meaning "Munich child" in the Bavarian dialect, is the name of the symbol on the coat of arms of the city of Munich. This symbol has been the coat-of-arms of Munich since the 13th century.

The Münchner Kindl sure has evolved since it first appeared on Munich's coat-of-arms over 800 years ago. The symbol stems from Munich's first inhabitants, an order of monks who lived around the St Peter's Church in Munich's centre.

Since 1957, all of the city’s offices and institutions have used a particular design of the Münchner Kindl as their emblem. Time has been unusually kind to Munich’s heraldic emblem, as it has actually become younger through the centuries.

Some say a monk, some say a child, others say a beautiful woman… but whatever image you choose, the Münchener Kindl is the symbol of the city of Munich! And it’s EVERYWHERE! Munich Child Preacher, Antique Bronze Match Holder, Vesta Case

2021年5月16日 · The Munich Coat of Arms (The Münchner Wappen), with its distinctive monk motif, dates back to medieval times when it was used as the actual official seal of Munich. The town’s administration would use this seal as proof of the town-councils authenticity on official council documentation.

Jack developed an identity crisis with the Munchner Kindl, limiting his collection to steins featuring the beloved symbol of Munich, and appearing at many SCI conventions in full costume. We begin by looking at three representative Munich Child steins.

2023年8月7日 · Munich, a city renowned for its rich history and cultural heritage, houses the Munich Kindl within the confines of the Rathaus at Marienplatz. In various forms, this iconic figure can be found throughout the cityscape, from the city crest adorning gateways to frescoes within the stairwell and high atop the Rathaus tower.

2014年10月19日 · The Münchner Kindl or ‘Munich Child’ is the figure on the Bavarian state capital official coat of arm. It’s portrayed on a silver shield as a monk wearing a gold-bordered black cowl and red shoes. The symbol dates back to Munich’s first inhabitants and pays homage to an order of monks who lived around St Peter’s Church in the centre of Munich.

Munich (/ ˈ m juː n ɪ k / MEW-nik; German: München [ˈmʏnçn̩] ⓘ; Bavarian: Minga [ˈmɪŋ(ː)ɐ] ⓘ) is the capital and most populous city of the Free State of Bavaria, Germany.