Kansas State Seal - Color Changing Mug 11oz

The Kansas State Seal is the official symbol of the U.S. state of Kansas. Adopted on February 15, 1861, it represents the state's history and values. The seal features a shield divided into four quarters: the first depicts a sunflower, which serves as the state flower; the second represents agriculture with ears of wheat and a sheaf; the third shows a steamboat symbolizing commerce; and the fourth displays a rifle to symbolize Kansas's early frontier heritage. The shield is surmounted by a bison's head, signifying strength, and encircled by a ribbon inscribed with the state motto, "Ad Astra Per Aspera," which translates to "To the Stars Through Difficulty." Beneath the shield are the words "Great Seal of the State of Kansas" and the date of statehood, 1861. The seal serves as a visual reminder of Kansas's rich history and its enduring values.