New York

The Dutch Colony of New Netherland

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library

12/6/2023 방문

 

What do the symbols mean on the New York City seal?

 

On the shield, the four windmill sails recall the city's Dutch history as

New Amsterdam, and the beavers and flour barrels signify the

city's earliest trade goods. Specifically, the flour barrels and

windmill sails represent the tremendous wealth generated by

New York City from the Bolting Act of 1674.