New Jersey became the 3rd state in 1787 (see STATEHOOD ORDER).
New Jersey's state quarter honors the state's role in the American
Revolution ("Crossroads of the Revolution"), featuring George Washington
crossing the Delaware river (James Monroe holds the flag).
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Liberty and Prosperity
New Jersey's state motto is "Liberty and Prosperity" (the state motto appears on New Jersey's great seal and state flag). New Jersey was the first state to sign the Bill of Rights.
