Flag of Nauru
Flag NameFlag of Nauru
Country NameNauru
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2NR
Date Adopted1968-01-31
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsBlue, Yellow, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe blue field represents the Pacific Ocean, which surrounds the island nation. The narrow yellow stripe symbolizes the Equator, indicating Nauru's geographical position just south of it. The white 12-pointed star signifies Nauru itself, with each point representing one of the island's 12 indigenous tribes. The white color of the star also alludes to phosphate, the island's main resource.
Symbolism Categoriesnature
DesignerRichmond P. Binkley
Legal DescriptionThe design of the flag is enshrined in the Constitution of Nauru.
Description
The national flag of Nauru features a deep blue field divided horizontally by a narrow yellow stripe, with a large white 12-pointed star positioned below the stripe on the hoist side.
