Florida State Seal

The Great Seal of the State of Florida serves as the official emblem representing the state government and is used for various official purposes, including sealing documents and legislation, as well as adorning state government buildings, vehicles, and the state flag. It depicts a shoreline with a Seminole woman scattering flowers, flanked by two Sabal palms and a steamboat against a rising sun with rays extending into the sky. The seal is encircled by the words "Great Seal of the State of Florida" and "In God We Trust." Although the seal's design has evolved over the years, it originally featured symbols like the sun's rays, a cocoa tree, and a steamboat. The seal reflects the state's history and natural heritage while embracing its motto, "In God We Trust."