So, this is my conjecture (Chapin is silent on this since he was more concerned about the anchor): but I think there are a couple of things going on here. First, the 1852 version has filigree that appears to me to be somewhat indicative of a breaking wave. Second, it also, at that point, replaces a more traditional escutcheon shape (though the preceding image was a 1782 seal, which means that theoretically could’ve occurred at any time over the intervening 70 years).

You can see that in this 1876 image of the State arms from Henry Mitchell’s The State Arms of the Union that the basic pattern of the filigree used by Mitchell around the escutcheon looks a lot like what’s present on this interpretation of the modern seal (which if from Wikipedia and uses Chapin as its source as well). Now, as far as I know, this is original to Mitchell… but it might not be. If you look at the other arms, Mitchell largely uses the same escutcheon shape with the same filigree style. RI’s is the only escutcheon with this particular asymmetrical shape. So it’s possible that Mitchell was reacting to images already out there (the 1852 engraving’s filigree is asymmetrical, but not like this), or he developed his own shape & filigree and that influenced subsequent design here in RI.

FWIW, this filigree is not mentioned in state law for either the arms or for the seal. So they’re completely discretionary to the designer or the administration that commissioned them.

The one in East Providence has a sign that says see you in March. I drive by every night waiting to see if it is open.

Filigree is typically more symmetrical than this though. Does the book specifically say that this is filigree or say why it’s like this? I’ve never seen it done sort of piecemeal like this.

From the title I was 50/50 on it being the CO union bitching or someone wanting compassionate release, and 0% on it actually being dangerous.

Richard Ferruccio, president of the R.I. Brotherhood of Correctional Officers (RICBO), told 12 News “it is not uncommon” to see fluctuations of extreme hot or cold temperatures inside facilities.

Ok, that still sounds like it could be shitty working conditions. And if it was dropping to freezing or close for days at a time that could get dangerous.

“The temperature fluctuated from warm to cool while they adjusted and calibrated the control for the various housing modules; it did not fall outside the regulated safety levels,” Ventura explained.

Oh, that doesn’t sound that bad.

In this case, he said the South side cooled off quicker than the North side. During the week in question, Ventura noted that, “temperatures oscillated at times from mid 50s into the 80s, but did not stay at those levels.”

So with the large swings in temperature and old equipment, some days they overshot heating or cooling? Doesn’t seem too bad. Maybe management was just really callous.

“As a matter of protocol and as added measure of precaution, officers distributed extra blankets to inmates for comfort. The fluctuating temperature was resolved,” he added.

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The one in North Attleboro opened for a few days in February they’re probably still doing the nice days

as a californian that often goes to rhode island to see family, I believe dels could have a great business if they expanded to the west coast, especially SoCal. hot day on the beach requires a dels

Little one on Central Ave in Pawtucket was open

Oh snap, I won't feel like I never left work? Nah, not possible lol.

We made it through!

RI republicans wish they could lean fully into the anti-wokeism of the national GOP but they know that would lose the few seats they have.

And on the left side is an inflatable arm flailing tube man from route six Kia auto mall

Fireball nips

The GQP has decided anti-wokism is their issue. Whatever that means..they can't define it. I think woke means acknowledging the validity of anyone who is not male, white, christian, and poorly educated.

there was one at red sox spring training when I went in 2016 and I was over the moon since I didn't live in RI at the time!

Duh! We know the winner of the Democratic primary will win the general. That is why I am trying to get thoughts on all the Democratic candidates because we want the best one. Cano and Matos are rather underwhelming, so am interested in what is known about this guy.

It’s funny either way.

RI republicans ought to come up with some good candidates or policies. That might help their electability…

Acting like fools on twitter only goes so far.

This is just called "filigree" and it isn't "supposed to be" anything, it's just a bit of embellishment that has been carried over from a physical engraving to a digital version.

Edit: checked some of my old notes, there's been some level of filigree on the state seal since 1852 - according to Howard Chapin's Illustrations of the Seals, Arms and Flags of Rhode Island.

Came here to say this

There's a (D) next to his name, so he's electable in RI.

I think the two on the right are telephones. Proof of a time traveler.

17th Century sex toys.

I agree. After viewing this post I googled a bunch and yeah... they do just seem random.

But....(and I know this is MUCH older) let's consider for a moment "Cooler Warmer" 🤣

RI and poor designs must go hand in hand

Usually seals are really tightly designed with each part having a meaning. These just look random.