Myristica malabarica magnifica" and "M. malabarica" are endangered trees that are native to Western Ghats. The swamp lands and lowlands where they normally grow have been significantly drained for agricultural use. - http://www.biotik.org/india/species/m/myrimala/myrimala_en.html for more information Myristica malabarica Myristica malabarica is a species of plant in the Myristicaceae family. It is endemic to the Western Ghats in southwest India. It is threatened by habitat loss according to the IUCN Red List. It can reach up to 25 m long and its bark is greenish black, smooth and sometimes reddish. Names in local languages: Kattujathi (literally wild nutmeg), Kattujathikka, Kottappannu, Panampalka, Pathiripoovu, Ponnampannu,
Mace of the Virginia House of Delegates designs of oak leaves, acorns, and flowers that resemble the Virginia state flower, the dogwood. The mace was made in England in 1938 and passed through several owners before being purchased by an art dealer. It was purchased by the Jamestown Yorktown Foundation and presented to the House in 1974. Each day that the House is in session, the mace is placed in the House chamber by the sergeant-at-arms. When not in use, the mace is on display in the old hall of the House of Delegates. Mace of the Virginia House of Delegates The Mace of the Virginia House