Seal of South Dakota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Great Seal of the State of South Dakota |
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| Armiger | State of South Dakota |
| Adopted | 1889 |
| Motto | Under God the People Rule |
The Great Seal of the State of South Dakota is an important symbol. It was created in 1885, before South Dakota became a state. The seal shows different parts of South Dakota's history and economy.
What the Seal Shows
The outer part of the seal has the words "State of South Dakota" at the top. At the bottom, it says "Great Seal" and the year 1889. This is the year South Dakota officially became a state.
Inside the seal, there is a special phrase. This phrase is the state motto. It says: "Under God the People Rule".
The picture in the middle of the seal shows several things. You can see hills and a river with a boat. There is also a farmer working, a mine, and some cattle. These images represent important parts of South Dakota. They show the state's trade, farming, industries, and natural resources.
Rules for Using the Seal
The state of South Dakota has rules about using its official seal. These rules help protect the seal as an important state symbol.
You are not allowed to copy or use the seal for business. This means you cannot use it to make money without special permission. You also cannot sell copies of the seal without permission.
If someone wants to use the seal for business, they usually need to pay a fee. This fee is called a royalty. However, if the seal is used for teaching or learning, there is no fee. All the money collected from these fees goes to the state.
Who Manages the Seal?
The official design of the South Dakota state seal is very specific. It is based on an original painting by John G. Moisan. This painting makes sure all copies of the seal look the same.
The South Dakota Secretary of State is in charge of the state seal. They are the official keeper of the seal. This means they make sure the rules for using the seal are followed.
