Seal of Iowa

The seal of the U.S. state of Iowa was established in 1847.

Description

The Seal of Iowa shows a citizen soldier standing in a wheat field and is surrounded by agricultural and industrial tools.

In the background of the Mississippi River is visible.

It bears an eagle the motto of the state on a banner:

This theme is also found on the flag of Iowa.

The Seal of Iowa is in Iowa Code 1A.1 described as follows in detail:

History

The seal was set on 25 February 1847 by the first General Assembly. Since then, there has been no change in the law that sets the seal.

The Seal of Iowa is in custody at the Governor and used by it for official purposes.

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