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= Coat of Arms =

The Peruvian Coat of Arms better known as the Coat of Arms of Peru is the national emblem of the country of Peru. It signifies the important things and values that can be found in Peru.

Four current versions exist, the Great Seal of the State, the Naval Coat of Arms, the National Coat of Arms, and the Coat of Arms per se. All have the same heraldic escutcheon, portraying the vicuña the national animal of Peru at the Dexter Chief, the cinchona tree, a source of quinine, at the Sinister Chief, and a cornucopia filled with coins at the Nombril Point representing the abundant national resources like copper, oil, and silver. Around the shield are the supports, a palm branch on the left side and a laurel on the left symbolizing victory and glory. This design is used on the flag and on currency. Things change when you look at the other three.

The National Coat of arms has its supports replaced by four tied Peruvian flags and is used on the Peruvian war flag. The Great Seal of the State is the same as the National Coat of Arms with the phrase “República del Perú” written as the slogan. Lastly, the Naval Coat of Arms has the former escutcheon with two anchors making an x through it. The phrase “Marina de Guerra del Peru” is written as the slogan. These have all remained the same since the adoption of them in 1825.

By: Aiden Soprych