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California 5 Goldback — Abundantia (Abundance) Virtue: Abundantia (Abundance) Enduring principle: To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow. The California 5 Goldback portrays Abundantia, the personification of abundance. She stands among the rolling vineyards of Sonoma Valley, one of California’s oldest and most celebrated wine regions. These vineyards can be traced to the early nineteenth century, when some of the region’s first grapevines were planted. Abundantia holds clusters of ripe grapes, symbolizing the rich harvests that arise from generations of dedicated stewardship. Nearby, the state bird—the California quail—serves as a reminder of the Golden State’s beauty and diversity. The UV layer reveals a ladybug, long considered a symbol of good luck. Mission San Francisco Solano stands in the distance. Founded in 1823, this mission is the last and northernmost of California’s twenty-one missions, and the only one established under Mexican rule following Mexico’s independence ...