Coat of Arms of Argentina

The Coat of Arms of Argentina was established in it's current form in 1944. At the top is the famous sun symbol of Argentina, that is also found on the Flag of Argentina. The sun symbolizes the rising of Argentina, and that is why it is positioned in the rising position.

In the center ellipse are two shaking hands that symbolize the unity of the various provinces of Argentina. The hands come together to hold a pike, which represents a willingness to defend the freedom that is symbolized by the cap on the top of the pike. The blue and white colors are symbols of the Argentine people.

Around the central ellipse are laurels that symbolize victory.