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According to Wikipedia, Deseret was the proposed name of Utah originally, which from the Book of Mormon means honeybee. This name was favored by Territorial Governor and LDS President Brigham Young as a symbol of industry.
When eventually Utah was accepted as a state, the beehive was kept on the state flag as a symbol meaning much the same as the original name was intended to.
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When was utahs state seal adopted?
It was adopted in 1896.
What does North Carolina state seal symbolize?
what do the two figures on the north carolina seal represent
What does the Virginia state seal symbolize?
I think it stands for bravery and courage.
What does the Georgia seal symbolize?
nothing
What does Florida's seal symbolize?
The Florida state seal was adopted by the 1865 legislature, which mandated that the seal be the size of the American silver dollar and display a scene in the center "of the sun's rays over a high land in the distance, a cocoa tree, a steamboat on water, and an Indian female scattering flowers in the foreground, (all) encircled by the words, "Great Seal of the State of Florida: In God We Trust. In 1970 Florida's official seal was updated. The cocoa tree was replaced by the sabal palmetto palm (the state tree of Florida), the headdress was removed from the Indian woman (headdresses were only worn by male indians), and the woman was depicted as a Florida Seminole Indian (originally she was an Indian of the western plains). The state seal is also displayed on Florida's state flag. (State Symbols USA) For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated at the bottom of this answer box.
What does the great seal of Georgia symbolize?
nothing
What does the oak branch on the Texas state seal symbolize?
The oak branch on the Texas state seal symbolizes strength and endurance, reflecting the state's resilience and determination. Oak trees are known for their sturdy and long-lasting nature, representing the state's rugged and dependable character.
What do the arrows represent on the great seal?
The 13 arrows on the great seal symbolize the 13 colonies and how they were forged out of war
Why do you have a state seal?
state seal is used for sealing
What is Wisconsins state seal?
What is wisconsines state seal
When Alaska's state seal became the state seal?
1910
What is on the state seal?
Vitus is on the Virginia state seal, if that is what you mean.
