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Image: Seljuqs Eagle

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Description: Vectorisation of the logo of Selçuk University, Konya, Turkey. The logo design is in turn based on a 13th-century double-headed eagle relief, Ince Minare Museum, Konya. This particular design has come to be seen as "symbol of Konya"[1] and is closlely associated with Konya's role as historical Seljuq capital. An independent re-drawing of the same design is used as an official emblem by the municipality[2] "The double eagle in the city's coat of arms is a symbol of the Seljuk reign a period crucial for Konya's self-perception until today."[3]

It has also been argued that the double-headed eagle may have been used as "personal insignia" by sultan Kayqubad I (r. 1220–1237).[4]
Author: Selçuk University (logo design); Mevlüt Kılıç (vectorization)
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