National emblem, date divided below, denomination at bottom.

The national emblem of Cape Verde contains a circle within which is written the name of the nation in Portuguese; also in this circle are a torch and triangle, symbols of freedom and national unity. The circle is ringed with ten stars, that represent the islands of Cape Verde, and is similar to the symbolism on the flag of Cape Verde. At the top of the shield is a plumbob, a symbol of righteousness; three chain links are at the bottom.

Motorsailer Novas de Alegria was built in 1899 in England. It was named Chione and Nephin before reaching Cape Verde in 1952 under the name Hephine where it was registered under the name Novas de Alegria. In 1966 it was flagged as a Panamanian vessel and in 1969 it was reregistered in Cape Verde. In 1974 it was sold abroad.