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The Coat of Arms of Guatemala comprises:
  • A wreath of Olive branches, the symbol for victory

  • The Resplendent Quetzal , a bird that symbolizes Liberty

  • A scroll on which is written LIBERTAD 15 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 1821 ( 15 September , 1821 is the date of Central America's independence from Spain )

  • Crossed Rifle s indicating Guatemala's willingness to defend itself by force if need be

  • Crossed swords, representing honor.


The coat of arms also appears on the Flag Of Guatemala . The current flag design dates to 1871 . The quetzal previously appeared in the flag of Los Altos, Central America in the 1830s .