Seal of Colorado facts for kids
The Seal of the State of Colorado is a special symbol for the state. It's like an official stamp that shows the state's authority. This seal is used on important documents to make them official.
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How the Colorado Seal Was Created
The Colorado State Seal wasn't made from scratch. It actually came from an older design called the "Territorial Seal." A territory is a part of a country that isn't yet a state.
The "First Territorial Assembly" decided to use this original seal on November 6, 1861. An assembly is a group of people who make laws.
Changes to the Seal
When Colorado officially became a state, a few changes were made to the old Territorial Seal. The main changes were:
- The words "State of Colorado" replaced the old words.
- The year "1876" was added. This is the year Colorado became a state.
When the State Seal Was Approved
The first "General Assembly" of the State of Colorado officially approved the new state seal. This happened on March 15, 1877. A General Assembly is like a state's main law-making group.
Who Uses the State Seal?
Only one person is allowed to put the Great Seal of Colorado on official papers. That person is the "Colorado Secretary of State." They are the only one who can make sure the seal is used correctly on any document.
See also
In Spanish: Gran sello del estado de Colorado para niños
