More revolution symbolism can be found within the seal, with a Liberty Cap present, hanging on the tree. Beneath the tree are two hands clasped. Furthering the revolution symbolism is the date "1775" below the hands, the year the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence was supposedly adopted, one year before the Continental Congress adopted their declaration. This revolution symbolism is to convey the idea of freedom for Charlotte's citizens. Surrounding the seal is the text "CITY OF CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG COUNTY" on the top portion, and "NORTH CAROLINA" on the bottom portion. Separating the two portions are two blue five-pointed stars.