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Grenada

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Quick Facts

Capital

Saint George's

Population

113K

Area

344 km²

Density

328 /km²

Median age

23.2 yrs

Description

Adoption

7 February 1974 (at independence, 52 years).
Designed byAnthony C. George (1974).

Design & Symbolism

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Proportions

3:5

Shape

Rectangular

Colors

Symbols & elements

Construction details

Proportions 3:5. A red border bearing six yellow stars (three top, three bottom) surrounds a field divided diagonally: yellow triangles top and bottom, green at the hoist and fly. At the centre, a red disc with a seventh yellow star; in the hoist triangle, a nutmeg.

Construction sheet

Etiquette & protocol

How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.

Specific rulesGrenada

  • The flag is honoured on 7 February, Independence Day.
  • It must not touch the ground.

Common conventions

  • Keep the flag clean and never let it touch the ground.
  • Never fly a torn or faded flag — repair or replace it.
  • Illuminate the flag if it stays up at night.
  • Never use the flag as clothing, packaging or advertising.
  • Dispose of a worn flag respectfully, not in the trash.
Did you know?

Its seven stars map the country's seven parishes: six around the border, one at the centre for the capital.

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