presidential seal

Executive branch insignia

The presidential seal is the official emblem of the President of the United States, featuring a bald eagle holding olive branches and arrows, surrounded by fifty stars.

It appears on the presidential podium, official documents, and White House décor.

Other nations have equivalent symbols for their heads of state: The presidential seal appeared behind her during the address.

Opposites
level of governmental authority

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Government's authenticating symbol

city seal

official vs. unofficial status

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Company's identifying symbol

governmental branch symbolism

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Symbol of fair judgment

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