Coat of arms of New South Wales

Coat of Arms of New South Wales

Coat of arms of New South Wales
Armiger	Elizabeth II
Adopted	1906
Crest	A rising sun
Shield	St George's Cross with a lion in the center and four eight-pointed stars in each quadrant
Supporters	A lion and a kangaroo
Motto	"Orta recens quam pura nites"

The Coat of arms of New South Wales is the official coat of arms of the Australian state of New South Wales. It was granted by King Edward VII on 11 October 1906.

Design

The coat of arms features a shield with a St George's Cross and a lion in the center. Each quadrant of the cross contains an eight-pointed star. The shield is supported by a lion on the left and a kangaroo on the right. Above the shield is a crest featuring a rising sun. The motto "Orta recens quam pura nites" is displayed below the shield, which translates to "Newly risen, how brightly you shine."

Symbolism

The elements of the coat of arms symbolize various aspects of New South Wales:

• The St George's Cross represents the state's British heritage.
• The lion in the center of the cross symbolizes strength and courage.
• The eight-pointed stars represent the Southern Cross constellation, a prominent feature in the southern hemisphere's night sky.
• The lion supporter signifies the state's connection to the United Kingdom.
• The kangaroo supporter represents Australia's unique wildlife.
• The rising sun in the crest symbolizes a new beginning and the bright future of the state.

History

The coat of arms was officially granted by King Edward VII in 1906. It was designed to reflect the heritage and aspirations of the state of New South Wales. Over the years, it has been used in various official capacities, including on government documents, buildings, and other state symbols.

Usage

The coat of arms is used by the Government of New South Wales and appears on official documents, government buildings, and other state symbols. It is a key element of the state's identity and heritage.

See also

• Flag of New South Wales
• Symbols of New South Wales
• Coat of arms of Australia
• Heraldry