A large pyramid with light shining on its face, and the western side covered in darkness.
This stands for the beginning of our country and the unexplored western land.
Because the pyramid is uncapped, this means that the United States is not finished exploring.
The eye is an ancient symbol of divinity, or a God-like being watching over us.
If you look closely at the bottom of the pyramid you can see Roman Numerals MDCCLXXVI. This means 1776, the year our country gained its Independence from England.
Annuit Coeptis means "God has favored our undertaking."
Novus Ordo Seclorum means "A new order of the ages." This means that this country has an outlook or philosophy that supports human values.
E Pluribus Unum means "Out of many, one."
The shield unsupported in the circle means that this country stands on its own.
At the top of the shield is a white bar that symbolizes the unity of Congress.
The olive branch stands for peace, while the arrows means that this country will not be afraid to defend its actions and go to war if it has to.
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