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U.S. states, districts, and territories have representative symbols that are recognized by their state legislatures, territorial legislatures, or tradition.Some, such as flags, seals, and birds have been created or chosen by all U.S. polities, while others, such as state crustaceans, state mushrooms, and state toys have been chosen by only a few.
State Resource Guides, from the Library of Congress; Tables with areas, populations, densities and more (in order of population) Tables with areas, populations, densities and more (alphabetical) State and Territorial Governments on USA.gov; StateMaster – statistical database for U.S. states; State Symbols USA
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State symbols may refer to: National symbols; Australian state symbols; Emblems of Indian states; Indian state symbols; United States state symbols; in chemistry, ...
State emblem may refer to one of the following: National emblems. State Emblem of India; State Emblem of Pakistan; State Emblem of the Soviet Union;
The flag or banner of a nation-state; The coat of arms of the land or ruling dynasty; The seal or stamp of the land or ruling dynasty; A national bird; National Animals; The head of state, especially in a monarchy; The associated device and motto can also be used separately; The national colors, often derived from the above; Abstract symbols
The Great Seal of the State of Michigan depicts the coat of arms of the U.S. state of Michigan on a light blue field. On the dark blue shield the Sun rises over a lake and peninsula , a man holding a long gun with a raised hand represents peace and the ability to defend his rights .
The emblem of India is an adaptation of the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath.The emblem consists of three lions, the fourth being hidden from view. The Ashoka Chakra (wheel) appears in relief in the center of the abacus, with a bull on the right and a galloping horse on the left, and outlines of Dharma Chakras on the extreme right and left.