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A red banner that reads, "State of West Virginia" appears above the coat-of-arms and another red banner bearing the state motto appears toward the bottom. Wreathed around the coat-of-arms are Rhododendron in proper colors. The pure white field is bordered on all four sides by a strip of blue.
Image. Coat of arms. The Coat of Arms of West Virginia. 1863 [1] Flag. The flag of West Virginia consists of the coat of arms, wreathed below in rhododendron and bannered with "State of West Virginia" above, on a white field bound in blue. 1929 [1]
West Virginia State Symbols contains descriptions and pictures of the state symbols, emblems, and mascots of the state, which can be quickly accessed.
1 maj 2023 · From the state bird to the state flag, each symbol has a unique story and significance to West Virginia. In this article, we’ll explore the history and symbolism behind some of West Virginia’s most beloved state symbols.
The present flag consists of a pure white field bordered by a blue stripe with the coat of arms of West Virginia in the center, wreathed by Rhododendron maximum and topped by an unfurled red ribbon reading, "State of West Virginia."
22 sty 2023 · The northern cardinal was named the official state bird of West Virginia in 1949. West Virginia adopted the Rhododendron as its official state flower in 1903. “Montani Semper Liberi” (Latin for “Mountaineers are Always Free”) was chosen as the official state motto in 1872.
12 paź 2020 · West Virginia was admitted to the Union as the 35 th state back in 1863 and has adopted many official symbols since. Here’s a look at some of the most important symbols commonly associated with West Virginia.
