The front depicts the portrait of George Washington, born February 22, 1732 in Virginia, is a central figure in American history, known as the first President of the United States (1789-1797). Before his presidency, he distinguished himself as a soldier during the War of Conquest and especially as commander in chief of the Continental Army during the War of Independence, leading American forces to victory. Unanimously elected, he established crucial precedents for the American government and advocated neutrality in foreign affairs. After his presidency he retired to Mount Vernon, where he died on December 14, 1799.
The reverse shows the Great Seal of the United States, adopted by the Continental Congress on June 20, 1782, is an official symbol used to authenticate important documents. The obverse of the seal features a bald eagle holding an olive branch and arrows, symbolizing peace and war, with a banner bearing the motto "E pluribus unum". The reverse shows an unfinished pyramid with the Eye of Providence at the top and the mottos "Annuit Coeptis" and "Novus Ordo Seclorum", indicating divine favor and the beginning of a new era. Both sides of the seal, rich in symbolism, appear on official documents and dollar bills, embodying the ideals of the American nation.
