1. The Eye of Providence: The Eye of Providence, also known as the all-seeing eye, represents divine providence and guidance. It symbolizes God's watchful eye over the United States and its people.
2. The Pyramid: The unfinished pyramid represents resilience, strength, and durability. The thirteen steps of the pyramid correspond to the original thirteen colonies that formed the United States. The Latin phrase above the pyramid, "Annuit Cœptis," means "He (God) has smiled upon (our) undertakings."
3. The Date (MDCCLXXVI): This date in Roman numerals signifies July 4, 1776, the date the Declaration of Independence was adopted, marking the birth of the United States as an independent nation.
4. Novus Ordo Seclorum: At the base of the pyramid are the words "Novus Ordo Seclorum." This translates to "A New Order of the Ages" or "A New World Order."