SHIELD
Azure, a chief crested Argent thereon three pallets Gules, an escutcheon Celeste fimbriated Or charged with a silhouette of the Point Bonita Light Sable radiating two rays to either side of the lantern of the second.
CREST
From a wreath Argent and Azure a life ring Proper, overall and between two lightning bolts fesswise at base Celeste an eagle wings displayed Or.
MOTTO
On a scroll Argent edged Gules and inscribed "CALIFORNIA'S KEEPER" Azure.
SUPPORTERS
On either side a naval sword point down and an oar Proper.
SEAL
The coat of arms as blazoned in full color on a white disc enclosed by a dark blue border edged on the outside with a gold rope and inscribed "USCGC GEORGE COBB" above and "WLM 564" below in gold.
SHIELD
Red, blue and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Coast Guard. Blue and white (silver) are adapted from the US Coast Guard Silver Life Saving Medal that was awarded to George Cobb, namesake of the cutter. The stylized waves allude to the extremely treacherous waters off Point Bonita. The smaller shield depicts the Point Bonita Light on the high rocky cliff where Cobb was the assistant keeper. The bars represent the three men George Cobb rescued in heavy seas at Point Bonita. In gale force winds and high waves Cobb, even with his skill, physical power and courage, undoubtedly put his own life in danger to rescue these three men. Red is the color of valor and courage.
CREST
The eagle is adapted from the Lighthouse Service logo. The eagle symbolizes the Coast Guard's search and rescue mission by keeping a watchful eye on the sea. The life ring embodies the cutter's life saving mission. The lightning bolts represent the technically advanced navigation and communications systems of the USCGC GEORGE COBB.
SUPPORTERS
The oar highlights George Cobb's rowing a boat designed for two people during a gale to rescue victims from the water and rocks. The sword represents the cutter's maritime law and marine environmental enforcement missions.