Idaho: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Idaho

Idaho’s great state seal depicts: - A woman representing justice and liberty, - A miner symbolizing the historical importance of mining, - Trees, mountains, a river, and grain, illustrating the state's natural agricultural wealth.

Blue embodies loyalty to the Union.

History of the flag

The flag of Idaho was adopted in 1907 and then modified in 1957 to standardize the design of the seal.

‘Esto perpetua’ can be translated from Latin by ‘May it be perpetual’ referring to the state's lasting prosperity.