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Coat of Arms

The Ghana Coat of Arms was designed by Mr Amon Kotei, a renowned Ghanaian artist.

COMPOSITION: The Ghana Coat of Arms is composed of a shield, divided into four quarters by a green St. George's Cross, rimmed with Gold. The following are the symbols in the quarters and their meaning

1.	Crossed linguist staff and ceremonial sword on a blue background Position: Top left-hand quarter represents Local Administration
2.	A heraldic castle on a heraldic sea with a light blue background. Position: Top right-hand quarter represents National Government
3.	A Cocoa Tree position: Bottom Left-hand quarter represents the Agricultural wealth of the Country
4.	A Mine Shaft Position: Bottom right-hand quarter represents the mineral wealth of the Country
5.	A Gold Lion Position: In the center of the St. George's Cross represents the continued link between Ghana and the Commonwealth
6.	Black five-pointed star rimmed with Gold standing on the wreath of red, Gold and Green colours. Position: Surmounting (on top of) the shield represents the lone star of African Freedom
7.	Two Eagles, around their necks hang black star medals suspended from a ribbon of National colours - red, gold and green. Position: Supporting the shield (Coat of Arms) Signifies a protector with strength, very clear and attentive eyes keeping watch over the country.
8.	The motto FREEDOM AND JUSTICE is found under the shield.