25 Utah Goldback

Description

Virtue: Victoria (Victory)

Enduring Principle: “Go On to Victory”

The Utah 25 Goldback celebrates Victoria, the personification of victory, honoring the pioneering women of Utah and their early role in securing the right to vote. She stands confidently on a straight path lined with a stone wall, holding a flag topped with the Chi-Rho in her left hand and a bundle of wheat in her right, symbolizing both divine guidance and the collective strength of small triumphs.

Beside her, a young child carries a branch, reminding viewers that today’s victories lay the groundwork for tomorrow’s responsibilities. Overhead, a falcon glides across the sky, representing courage, loyalty, and the enduring desire to uphold the freedoms gained through effort and perseverance.

The scene depicts a view of Alpine, Utah, framed by a grove of aspen trees, reflecting unity, heritage, and the shared history of women who shaped the state. The banner Victoria carries reads “Votes Counting Since 1870,” honoring Utah’s distinction as the first place where a woman—Seraph Young—cast a legal vote, and celebrating milestones such as Martha Hughes Cannon becoming the first female state senator in U.S. history.

The Utah 25 Goldback is more than currency—it is a tribute to the courage, vision, and achievements of women whose victories continue to inspire generations.