Great Seal

The Great Seal is a symbol used by a government to authenticate official documents, signifying authority and legitimacy. In the United States, it features an eagle holding an olive branch and arrows, representing peace and strength, with a shield on its chest and a banner reading "E Pluribus Unum." When a document bears the Great Seal, it indicates it’s a genuine action of the government. The Seal is typically used on presidential proclamations, treaties, and other important papers, serving as a formal mark of approval and official sanction.