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Vermont State Symbols

Each state in the United States of America is unique. The people and legislature of Vermont have selected the following state symbols to represent their state's individual environment and culture.

The Vermont State Seal

[Image of The Vermont State Seal]

The row of wooded hills indicate the Green Mountains the sheaves and cow are symbols of agriculture the wavy lines at the top and bottom represent the sky and water. The central focus of the seal is a pine tree (pine trees at that time were impressive, often standing a hundred feet above surrounding trees).

The 50 State Seals

The Vermont State Flag

[Image of The Vermont State Flag]

The picture on a deep blue field is a scene painting. You see a tall pine tree, a cow and sheaves of wheat. The Green Mountains are in the distance. Pine boughs extend around a shield. The name "Vermont" and the state motto "Freedom and Unity" are displayed on a crimson banner. At the top of the shield is a stag's head.

The 50 State Flags

Other State Symbols

  • Amphibian: Northern Leopard Frog
  • Beverage: Milk
  • Bird: Hermit Thrush
  • Cold-water Fish: Brook Trout
  • Flower: Red Clover
  • Fossil: Beluga Skeleton
  • Gemstone: Grossular Garnet
  • Insect: Honey Bee
  • Mammal: Morgan Horse
  • Mineral: Talc
  • Motto: Freedom and Unity
  • Pie: Apple Pie
  • Reptile: Painted Turtle
  • Rock: Granite
  • Soil: Tunbridge Soil Series
  • Song: These Green Mountains
  • Tree: Sugar Maple
  • Warm-water Fish: Walleye

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