Flag of Barbados
Flag NameFlag of Barbados
Country NameBarbados
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2BB
Date Adopted1966-11-30
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsUltramarine Blue, Gold, Black
Symbolism DescriptionThe two ultramarine blue stripes represent the ocean surrounding the island and the sky. The golden yellow stripe symbolizes the sand of Barbados's beaches. The black trident head, known as the 'Broken Trident', signifies Barbados's independence from its colonial past, with the broken shaft representing a break from colonial rule. The three points of the trident are said to represent the three principles of democracy: government of the people, for the people, and by the people.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerGrantley W. Prescod
Legal DescriptionThe design of the flag is enshrined in the Barbados National Emblems (Regulation) Act.
Description
A triband flag consisting of two vertical stripes of ultramarine blue separated by a golden yellow middle stripe. A black trident head, known as the 'Broken Trident', is centered in the golden stripe.
