Historical information
The area of Twente in Overijssel which includes Hengelo was badly bombed during WWII because of its textile industries. After 1945 it took some years to restore the town and a celebration was held upon completion in 1958.
Significance
The item was added to the collection by Tony Nijhuis who lived in Hengelo.
Physical description
Small square tile in the blue and white Delft style. Depicted are a horse rampant, the Hengelo shield and the words "1958 Herrezen".
Inscriptions & markings
1958 "Hengelo Herrezen"
References
- Heraldry of the World - Hengelo (Overijssel Origin (1870) and meaning of the shield's illustrations. T