Coat of arms of Rhode Island

The coat of arms of Rhode Island is an official emblem of the state,[1] alongside the seal and state flag. The blazon (description) was officially adopted by the General Assembly in 1881, to be effective 1 February 1882.

Coat of arms of the State of Rhode Island
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ArmigerState of Rhode Island
Adopted1 February 1882.
CrestNone
TorseNone
ShieldAzure, an Anchor Or
SupportersNone
CompartmentNone
MottoHope
Order(s)None
Other elementsNone

The arms are described legally thus: "The arms of the state are a golden anchor on a blue field, and the motto thereof is the word 'Hope'".

Besides being used by itself, the coat of arms of Rhode Island is used on the standard (flag) of the governor of Rhode Island, and many governmental seals of the state.

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References

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  1. ^ "State Symbols". RI.gov. Rhode Island Government. Retrieved July 24, 2011.
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