144-2. State motto.
The words "esse quam videri" are hereby adopted as the motto of this State, and as such shall be engraved on the great seal of North Carolina and likewise at the foot of the coat of arms of the State as a part thereof. On the coat of arms, in addition to 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.)
Structure North Carolina General Statutes
North Carolina General Statutes
Chapter 144 - State Flag, Official Governmental Flags, Motto, and Colors
§ 144-3 - Flags to be displayed on public buildings and institutions.
§ 144-4 - Flags to be displayed at county courthouses.
§ 144-7 - Display of official governmental flags; public restrictions.
§ 144-8 - State salute to the North Carolina flag.
§ 144-9 - Retirement of a flag of the United States of America or the State of North Carolina.