Seal of Alaska

The seal of the U.S. state of Alaska was adopted in 1910.

Description

Between two concentric rings of the logo is the seal of the State of Alaska.

In addition there a seal and a fish are shown as an indication of the diverse marine life.

In the inner circle of the seal mountains, forests and waters are shown, which dominate the landscape of Alaska, where the wood is one of the most important natural resources of Alaska at the same time.

Over the mountains light up northern lights.

A crucible is shown as a sign of the mine being, a train represents the Alaska Railroad and ships demonstrate the important for Alaska Ship transport of goods.

A farmer, his horse, and three bundles of wheat stand for Alaskan agriculture.

History

The First Seal of Alaska was adopted in 1911, before the state of Alaska was. At this time the area was still District of Alaska. This first seal contained Icebergs, northern lights, igloos and an Eskimo ice fishing. It was used by the first governor.

In 1910 a new seal of Governor Walter Eli Clark was commissioned. The old has been replaced by this new, represented the now industrial prosperity and the wealth of nature. The new seal came into force in 1911. This seal is the current Seal today.