The Coat of arms of Aruba was originally designed in

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in 1955. Since then, it has been in use as the national symbol of Aruba. The symbol has seven main elements:http://www.visitaruba.com/facts/general/coatofarms.html "Aruba Facts - General Knowledge - Coat of Arms" *The lion

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symbolizes power and generosity. *A white

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divides the shield into

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s, and represents devotion and faith. **In the first quarter is an aloe plant, the island's first important export. **In the second quarter,

Hooiberg Hooiberg is a high volcanic formation on the island of Aruba. It is located almost in the center of the island and can be seen from virtually anywhere on the island. The Dutch word ''hooiberg'', literally translates into ''haystack'' in English ...

, Aruba's most recognizable and second highest hill, represents Aruba rising out of the sea. **The third quarter depicts hands shaking, symbolizing Aruba's good relations with the world. **In the fourth quarter, a cogwheel represents industry. *Below the shield is a pair of

laurel Laurel may refer to: Plants * Lauraceae, the laurel family * Laurel (plant), including a list of trees and plants known as laurel People * Laurel (given name), people with the given name * Laurel (surname), people with the surname * Laurel (mus ...

branches, traditional symbols of peace and friendship.

Blazon

Shield: ''quartered by a cross Argent, the first Azure an aloe plant Or, the second Or the Hooiberg hill Vert issuant from barry wavy sea of Azure and Argent, the third Or two dexter hands Gules shaking each other fesswise, the fourth Gules an Argent cogwheel'' Crest: ''a lion couchant Gules'' Supporters: ''a pair of laurel branches Vert, tied at the bottom''

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