§ 144-2. State motto. - North Carolina Statutes

§144‑2.  State motto.

The words "esse quamvideri" are hereby adopted as the motto of this State, and as such shallbe engraved on the great seal of North Carolina and likewise at the foot of thecoat of arms of the State as a part thereof. On the coat of arms, in additionto the motto, at the bottom, there shall be inscribed at the top the words,"May 20th, 1775." (1893, c. 145; Rev., s. 5320;C.S., s. 7536.)