The origin and meaning of the laurel motif, which has been used as a symbol of sovereignty since ancient times

The laurel tree was used as a symbol of victors and sovereigns

The laurel tree has been considered a sacred tree since ancient times, and in Greek mythology it was closely associated with the sun god Apollo and was considered to be his sacred tree, responsible for intelligence, music, and poetry.

Laurel wreaths, with a laurel wreath on top, were also awarded as a symbol of honor to winners of athletic contests and poets.

The laurel tree was a symbol of the emperor

The laurel tree is also a symbol of the emperor, as Caesar, the ancient Roman emperor, is always seen wearing a laurel wreath.

During the era of absolute monarchy, portraits of monarchs from each country were decorated with laurel wreaths to represent their authority.

The sacred tree motif represents legitimacy in family trees, while the laurel motif represents authority in addition to legitimacy.