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Coat of arms of Ghana

Coat of arms of Ghana

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The coat of arms of Ghana was designed by Ghanaian artist Nii Amon Kotei and was introduced on 4 March 1957.[1]

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  • The first quarter, on the upper left shows a sword used by chiefs, and a staff, used by the linguist (known as an okyeame in Akan), at ceremonies. It is a symbol for the traditional authority of Ghana.
  • The second quarter shows a representation of Osu Castle on the sea, the presidential palace on the Gulf of Guinea, symbolizes the national government.
  • The third quarter of the shield shows a cocoa tree, which embodies the agricultural wealth of Ghana.
  • The fourth quarter shows a gold mine, which stands for the richness of industrial minerals and natural resources in Ghana.
  • A gold lion centred on a green St George's Cross with gold fimbriation on the field of blue, represents the continuing link between Ghana and the Commonwealth of Nations.
  • The crest is a Black star of Africa with gold outline, upon a torse in the national colours.
  • Supporting the shield are two golden Tawny eagles, with the Order of the Star of Ghana suspended from their necks.
  • The compartment upon which the supporters stand is composed of a grassy field, under which a scroll bears the national motto of Ghana: Freedom and Justice. The shield stands for a weapon which helps to fight poverty, ignorance and hunger

References

  1. [1]
    "The nation's Coat of Arms". THE GHANAIAN TIMES. 6 March 2007. Archived from the original on 23 July 2011. Retrieved 25 October 2010.
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