State Seal Collection

GEORGIA: COLONIAL SEAL. Seal of the colony of Georgia, c1750. Contemporary American wood engraving

CALIFORNIA STATE SEAL. Great Seal of the State of California

STATE SEAL: NEW JERSEY. Wood engraving, early 20th century

GOLD RUSH, 1849. Cover of Joseph E. Wares Emigrants Guide to California, 1849

SEAL: WILLIAM PENN, 1682. Seal of William Penn, Governor and Proprietor of Pennsylvania, 1682

VIRGINIA COLONY SEAL. Seal of the Virginia Colony after restoration in 1652

NEW HAMPSHIRE COLONY SEAL. Seal of the New Hampshire Colony, 1680

Virginia State Seal
VIRGINIA STATE SEAL

Massachusetts Bay Colony Seal, 1628
MASSACHUSETTS BAY COLONY Seal, 1628

STATE SEAL: ILLINOIS. Wood engraving, c1868

STATE SEAL: ILLINOIS. Wood engraving, 19th century

NEW JERSEY STATE SEAL. The seal of New Jersey, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

NEW YORK STATE SEAL. The seal of New York, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

PETER STUYVESANTs SEAL. Seal of the Dutch administrator in America; appointed director general of New Netherland and adjacent regions in 1645

SEAL OF NEW NETHERLAND. Dutch territories of North America, 17th century

The seal of New Hampshire, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE SEAL. The seal of New Hampshire, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of Georgia, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
GEORGIA STATE SEAL. The seal of Georgia, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of Virginia, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
VIRGINIA STATE SEAL. The seal of Virginia, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of Rhode Island, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
RHODE ISLAND STATE SEAL. The seal of Rhode Island, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of North Carolina, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
NORTH CAROLINA STATE SEAL. The seal of North Carolina, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of Maryland, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
MARYLAND STATE SEAL. The seal of Maryland, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of Pennsylvania, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
PENNYSLVANIA STATE SEAL. The seal of Pennsylvania, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of Connecticut, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
CONNECTICUT STATE SEAL. The seal of Connecticut, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of Massachusetts, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
MASSACHUSETTS STATE SEAL. The seal of Massachusetts, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of South Carolina, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
SOUTH CAROLINA STATE SEAL. The seal of South Carolina, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

The seal of Delaware, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
DELAWARE STATE SEAL. The seal of Delaware, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

Second President of the United States. A New Display of the United States
JOHN ADAMS (1735-1826). Second President of the United States. A New Display of the United States (President Adams surrounded by the seals of the first sixteen states). Wood engraving

NORTH CAROLINA: STATE SEAL. Seal of the state of North Carolina. Line engraving, 19th century

MASSACHUSETTS BAY COLONY. Engraving of the seal of the Massachusetts Bay Colony

SEAL OF NEW YORK, 1870. Allegory of Excelsior. American banknote engraving, c1870

STATE SEAL: NEW JERSEY. Wood engraving, 1844

COLONIAL SEAL: CAROLINAS. Seal of the Proprietors of Carolina, adopted following King Charles IIs grant of the colony in 1663. Wood engraving, 1878

CALIFORNIA STATE SEAL. The state seal of California, featuring the state motto, Eureka (I have found it). Line engraving, 19th century

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"Exploring the Rich History and Symbolism of State Seals in America" From the colonial era to the present day, state seals have played a significant role in representing the identity and history of each state in America. These intricate designs encapsulate the values, achievements, and aspirations of their respective regions. One such example is Georgia's Colonial Seal from around 1750. This wood engraving showcases symbols that were important to the colony at that time, reflecting its unique heritage within early American history. California's it also holds great significance. As depicted on Joseph E. Ware's Emigrants Guide to California cover from 1849 during the Gold Rush era, this seal embodies dreams of prosperity and opportunity associated with that pivotal period. The seal belonging to William Penn, Governor and Proprietor of Pennsylvania in 1682, represents his vision for a peaceful society based on religious tolerance and equality—a principle still cherished today. Virginia Colony's restored seal after restoration in 1652 reminds us of Virginia's enduring legacy as one of America's oldest settlements—its rich history intertwined with tales of exploration, colonization, and independence. Similarly steeped in history is New Hampshire Colony's seal dating back to 1680—an emblematic representation capturing its early days as part of New England’s founding colonies. Moving forward through time brings us to modern-day examples like Virginia State Seal or Massachusetts Bay Colony Seal from 1628—symbols embodying these states' contributions towards shaping American democracy throughout centuries. Illinois' state seals offer glimpses into different eras—the wood engravings from both c1868 and the broader nineteenth century showcase Illinois' growth as it transitioned into an influential Midwestern state known for agriculture, industry, culture, and innovation. New Jersey State Seal stands among those original Thirteen States’ emblems—a testament to its historical significance since America’s earliest days when it was established by English colonists seeking new opportunities.