Flag of The Bahamas
Flag NameFlag of The Bahamas
Country NameThe Bahamas
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2BHS
Date Adopted1973-07-10
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsAquamarine, Gold, Black
Symbolism DescriptionThe black triangle signifies the unity and determination of the Bahamian people. The gold stripe represents the sun, the golden sand, and the rich land resources of the islands. The two aquamarine stripes symbolize the surrounding Caribbean Sea, which is a vital part of the nation's environment and economy.
Symbolism Categoriesabstract
DesignerDr. Hervis L. Bain Jr.
Legal DescriptionA black equilateral triangle on the hoist, with three horizontal stripes of aquamarine, gold, and aquamarine.
Description
The national flag of The Bahamas features a black equilateral triangle on the hoist side, representing the unity and determination of the Bahamian people. Three horizontal stripes extend from the triangle to the fly side: the top and bottom stripes are aquamarine, symbolizing the Caribbean Sea that surrounds the islands, and the middle stripe is gold, representing the sun, sand, and other key land resources of the nation.
