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===Origin/meaning=== | ===Origin/meaning=== | ||
The cross recalls St. Father Junipero Serra and his custom of erecting a large cross at each new foundation. The two mission bells signify that Monterey was the second of the California missions. The crown on a mount suggests the Spanish meaning of Monterey—“mount of the king.” | |||
Red and gold are the colors of Spain and silver suggests the Del Monte white sand for which Monterey is noted. | |||
====Arms of Bishops of Monterey==== | ====Arms of Bishops of Monterey==== | ||