The State Crest of Singapore

The door to the Chamber clicks open, and the State Crest is right there, sitting where it belongs!

Inspector Kay groans. "Tricked by Professor Chronicle!" The inspector grumbles as he puts the other symbols back in their rightful waiting spots for the National Loyalty Week Ceremony.

Before you can ask him more questions about the Professor, it's time for the ceremony to begin!

The State Crest is one of the National Symbols of Singapore, and is also known as the National Coat of Arms.

The State Crest is formed by a red shield with a white crescent moon and five white stars. The shield is supported by a lion on the left and a tiger on the right, with a banner inscribed with Majulah Singapura.

The State Crest was also adopted in 1959, together with the other National Symbols you saw today, the National Flag and the National Anthem of Singapore.

The State Crest is a very important symbol that represents the country, and can only be used by government officials and ministries on building exteriors and on official printed documents. The image above shows the State Crest displayed on the main gate of the Istana, the official residence of the President of Singapore.

Did you know, you most likely carry the State Crest in your pocket? You can see the State Crest on our currency and on the Singapore passport.

Learn more about the State Crest and its creation on the National Heritage Board website.

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