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The Royal Ceremonial Emblem on the 50th Anniversary of His
Majesty the King's Accession to the Throne or the Golden Jubilee, 9 June 1996 |
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The Royal Seal of His Majesty the King is featured in the
middle, topped by the Chakri Dynasty crest and the Royal Crown. A double-footed gold tray
holds the Constitution, signifying the constitutional monarchy. Two white elephants flank
and support the seal, each carrying a tiered royal umbrella. They signify the following: |
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- Elephants were royal carriers, symbolizing the loyal Thai subjects who serve their
monarch.
- White elephants are, according to the old belief, the symbol of might, wisdom and
prowess, befitting a great monarch.
- Elephants are national symbols, once portrayed on the national flag. They represent long
life, comparable to the long history of the Thai nation.
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