Flag of Vatican City
Flag NameFlag of Vatican City
Country NameVatican City
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2VA
Date Adopted1929-06-07
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:1
Primary ColorsYellow, White, Red, Blue
Symbolism DescriptionThe flag features two vertical bands, yellow on the hoist side and white on the fly side. Centered on the white band is the coat of arms of Vatican City, which consists of the crossed keys of Saint Peter (one gold, one silver, tied with a red cord) surmounted by the Papal Tiara. The yellow and white colors symbolize the gold and silver keys of Saint Peter, representing the spiritual and temporal power of the Papacy. The keys themselves symbolize the power to bind and loose, given to Peter by Jesus. The Papal Tiara represents the Pope's triple office.
Symbolism Categoriesreligion
DesignerUnknown
Has Coat of Armstrue
Related FlagsFlag of the Holy See
Description
The national flag of Vatican City, featuring two vertical bands of yellow and white, with the Vatican City coat of arms centered on the white band.
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