Louisiana State Seal - Official Symbol of the Pelican State #166335 (License: Personal Use)

The seal features a central image of a pelican vulning (wounding itself) to feed its three young in a nest, representing maternal sacrifice and the state’s motto: “Union, Justice, and Confidence.” Encircling the design is a rope-like border with fleur-de-lis motifs at the bottom and the words “STATE OF LOUISIANA” at the top. This iconic emblem has been used officially since Louisiana’s admission to the Union in 1812 and appears on state documents, flags, and government buildings.

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