Harvard University Official Crest | Veritas Symbolism & History #3528086 (License: Personal Use)

The Harvard University crest is a heraldic shield in crimson, bearing three open books inscribed with the Latin word “VERITAS”-meaning “Truth”-arranged in a triangular formation. It is framed by a golden laurel wreath symbolizing achievement and honor, with a white scroll banner below bearing the name “HARVARD” in bold serif type. The design reflects the university’s founding mission of scholarly pursuit and moral integrity since 1636.

This image is commonly used on official Harvard webpages, admissions materials, academic publications, and institutional branding assets. It serves users seeking authoritative information about Harvard’s identity, history, or official symbols-often for research, verification, or educational purposes.