Coat of arms of São Tomé and Príncipe explained

Coat of arms of São Tomé and Príncipe
Armiger:Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe
Year Adopted:1975
Crest:A Mullet of five points Azure
Torse:Vert and Azure
Shield:Or, a Palmtree eradicated proper.
Supporters:To the dexter, a red-footed falcon, and to the sinister a grey parrot, both proper
Compartment:None
Motto:Unidade, Disciplina, Trabalho
(Portuguese: "Unity, Discipline, Work")
Orders:None

The coat of arms of São Tomé and Príncipe consists of a peregrine falcon on the left and a grey parrot on the right holding a coat of arms with a palm in its center. The coat of arms is surmounted by a blue star. Above, there is a band that states the name of the country. At the base of the arms the national motto, "Unity, discipline, work" is inscribed.

Historical coat of arms

In 1935, the Portuguese colonies were officially assigned coats of arms that followed a standard design pattern.