Flag of Liechtenstein
Flag NameFlag of Liechtenstein
Country NameLiechtenstein
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2LI
Date Adopted1937-09-18
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio3:5
Primary Colorsblue, red, gold
Symbolism DescriptionThe blue band represents the sky, the Rhine river, and the mountains of Liechtenstein. The red band is said to symbolize the 'glow of the evening fires' or the 'ardent love of the country'. The gold ducal crown, added in 1937, represents the unity of the people and their prince, and the princely house, symbolizing the sovereignty and historical monarchy of Liechtenstein.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown (colors adopted 1921, crown added 1937)
Canton DetailsA gold ducal crown is placed in the upper hoist (canton) of the blue band.
Legal DescriptionThe flag's design was established by the constitution of 1921 and formally amended with the addition of the crown in 1937, following a law passed on September 18, 1937.
Description
The national flag of Liechtenstein consists of two horizontal bands of blue (top) and red (bottom), with a gold ducal crown in the canton (upper hoist quarter). The blue represents the sky, and the red symbolizes the 'glow of the evening fires' or the 'ardent love of the country'. The crown signifies the unity of the people and their prince, and the princely house.
