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Gibraltar

Europe

British Overseas Territory

Description

Adoption

8 November 1982 (based on arms granted in 1502, 44 years).

Designed byNo individual designer; based on arms from 1502.

Design & Symbolism

Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.

Proportions

1:2

Shape

Rectangular

Colors

White#FFFFFF

The white field, the larger part, is the backdrop to the castle.

Red#DA000C · Pantone 186 C

The red stripe and the red three-towered castle depict the fortress.

Yellow#FFD700 · Pantone 116 C

The golden key hanging from the castle depicts the outpost, the 'key' to the Mediterranean.

Symbols & elements

Castle

Key

Construction details

Proportions 1:2. Two horizontal bands, white (double height) on top, red below, with a red three-towered castle from which hangs a golden key.

Construction sheet

Etiquette & protocol

How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.

Specific rules — Gibraltar

The territorial flag does not take precedence over the flag of the governing power.
It is honoured on 10 September, the territory's national day.

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 golden key depicts the strategic role of this outpost, guardian of a sea's entrance, the 'key' to the Mediterranean.

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