Seal of Utah
official government emblem of the U.S. state of Utah
The Great Seal of the State of Utah was adopted on April 3, 1896 at the first regular session of the Legislature (January, February, March, April 1896). The first seal was made by Harry Edwards and cost $65.00.
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The meanings of the symbols
changeSymbol | Meaning |
American Eagle | National bird |
Shield | common defense |
Industry | Motto |
Beehive | State emblem |
1896 | Statehood established |
1847 | Pioneers (first settlers) arrived |
Sego Lily | State flower |
American flags | National Government |
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