The $Presidential Seal is the official emblem of the President of the United States. It features a bald eagle, which symbolizes strength and freedom, holding a shield with 13 stripes representing the original colonies. The eagle also grasps arrows and an olive branch, signifying the balance between war and peace. The seal is used on official documents, the President's podium, and various government materials. It is a symbol of the authority and responsibilities of the $President and serves to represent the United States both domestically and internationally.