2. The coat of arms of the state shall consist of the following device: a circular shield; in the right foreground of the shield a full sheaf of wheat bound and standing erect; in the left foreground, a cluster of seventeen arrows bound in the center and resembling in form the sheaf of wheat; in the background, a representation of Mount Logan, Ross county, as viewed from Adena state memorial; over the mount, a rising sun three-quarters exposed and radiating thirteen rays to represent the thirteen original colonies shining over the first state in the northwest territory, the exterior extremities of which rays form a semicircle; and uniting the background and foreground, a representation of the Scioto river and cultivated fields. The coat of arms of the state shall correspond substantially with the following design: When the coat of arms of the state is reproduced in color, the colors used shall be substantially the same as the natural color of the terrain and objects shown.

3. Imperial Coat of Arms of Ethiopia- Can you find the symbols? Lion of Judah Star of David Cross Bible Crown Throne Angels Sword Banner/Flag Scale

6. COLORSEven the colors can have special meaning in a "family crest" or coat of arms: Gold (Or)Generosity and elevation of the mind Silver or White (Argent) Peace and sincerity Red (Gules)Warrior or martyr; Military strength and magnanimity Blue (Azure)Truth and loyalty Green (Vert)Hope, joy, and loyalty in love Black (Sable)Constancy or grief Purple (Purpure)Royal majesty, sovereignty, and justice Orange (Tawny or Tenne) Worthy ambition Maroon (Sanguine or Murray) Patient in battle, and yet victorious

7. FURSThe mere fact that a shield or crest contains furs suggests a mark of dignity. Usually the fur coat of the weasel is represented. ErmineWhite with black spots. ErminoisGold with black spots. ErminesBlack with white spots. PeanBlack with gold spots. VairBlue and white bell-shaped objects.

8. Heraldic Lines and Ordinaries: Nebuly LineClouds or air Wavy LineSea or water Engrailed LineEarth or land Invected LineEarth or land Indented LineFire Dancette LineWater Raguly LineDifficulties that have been encountered Embattled LineWalls of a fortress or town (also, fire)

9. WrenFreedom Wyvern (Dragon with only two legs and armed tail) Valour and protection Wreath of laurel leaves (and berries) Triumph http://www.fleurdelis.com/meanings.htm Wings (See also "Vol") Swiftness and protection WheelFortune; cycle of life Wheat Garb or Sheaf The harvest of one's hopes has been secured Wheat-EarFaithful

10. Walnut LeavesHope and joy Vol (Set of Wings)Swiftness and protection VineStrong and lasting friendship UnicornExtreme courage; virtue and strength TortoiseInvulnerability to attack TorchLife; zealousness; engaging in signal service; truth and intelligence

11. Talbot (hunting dog) (See also Dog) Courage, vigilance, and loyalty Tabor (snare drum)Festivity and rejoicing; dangerous if aroused TableHospitality SwanPoetic harmony and learning, or lover thereof; light, love, grace, sincerity, perfection SwallowOne who is prompt and ready in doing business; also bringer of good news Sun Glory and splendour; fountain of life

12. Star (estoile or mullet) Celestial goodness; noble person; Excellence Stag (Also Reindeer) One who will not fight unless provoked; peace and harmony Serpent/SnakeWisdom SceptreThe emblem of justice ScalesJustice Quatrefoil (Primrose)Brings good tidings Peacock FeatherBeauty, power, and knowledge Parchment/Scroll/Dipl oma Possible reference to academic or scholarly achievement

13. Oak Tree/Bush with Acorns Continuous growth and fertility Lion, heraldicBravery, strength, ferocity, and valour Lightning Bolt Swiftness and power ElephantGreat strength, wit, longevity, happiness, royalty, good luck, and ambition Chess RookStrategic thinking

14. Dog (See also Talbot) Courage, vigilance, and loyalty DoveLoving constancy and peace; the Holy Spirit; with an olive branch in its bill, it signifies a harbinger of good tidings CompassDirection CloudsMystery, obscured truth