Coat of arms of Victoria (state)
The coat of arms of Victoria is the official heraldic symbol of the Australian state of Victoria. Victoria was the second state of Australia to gain arms, granted on 6 June 1910 by royal warrant of King George V. The state had been named in 1851 after his grandmother, who reigned at the time. The current version of the arms was granted 28 March 1978 in the royal warrant issued by Queen Elizabeth II.
| Coat of arms of Victoria | |
|---|---|
| Versions | |
State Badge of Victoria | |
| Adopted | 6 June 1910 28 March 1973 (current version) |
| Crest | Demi-kangaroo proper, the Crown of St. Edward in its paws (formerly the Tudor Crown) |
| Torse | Silver and blue |
| Shield | Azure, five stars representing the Southern Cross, argent |
| Supporters | Two female figures representing peace and prosperity |
| Compartment | Grassy mound with pink heath |
| Motto | Peace and Prosperity |
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