Dutch-born sculptor, settled in England from 1720. Working in a style of restrained baroque, he established an extensive practice in monumental sculpture, his work being found in many English churches. Some of his portraits and tombs are in Westminster Abbey, London, including the monument to the scientist Isaac Newton (1731).
Green represents the Islamic minority. Orange stands for the Hindu Tamils. The sword denotes authority. The four pipul leaves symbolize Buddhism. Effective date: 7 September 1978.