Flag of San Marino
Flag NameFlag of San Marino
Country NameSan Marino
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2SM
Date Adopted1862-04-06
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio3:4
Primary Colorswhite, light blue, gold, green, red
Symbolism DescriptionThe white color symbolizes peace and the snow-capped peaks of Mount Titano. The light blue represents liberty and the sky. The coat of arms, with its three mountains and towers, represents the three peaks of Monte Titano and the three ancient fortresses of San Marino (Guaita, Cesta, and Montale). The motto 'LIBERTAS' (Liberty) reflects San Marino's long history as an independent republic.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
Has Coat of Armstrue
Related FlagsCivil Flag of San Marino (same bicolor without coat of arms)
Legal DescriptionThe design was officially adopted on April 6, 1862, and reconfirmed by Law No. 1 of January 16, 2011.
Description
The national flag of San Marino is a horizontal bicolor of white and light blue, with the national coat of arms in the center. The white stripe is at the top, and the light blue stripe is at the bottom. The coat of arms features three green mountains with three silver towers, each adorned with an ostrich feather, surrounded by a wreath of laurel and oak, topped with a crown, and a scroll below bearing the motto 'LIBERTAS'.
