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Proportions
5:8
Shape
Rectangular
Colors
#4997D0 · Pantone 284 CThe sky blue depicts the two oceans bordering the country and the sky, as well as justice and loyalty.
#FFFFFFWhite symbolises peace, purity and integrity.
Symbols & elements
A resplendent quetzal, symbol of liberty, perches on a scroll dated 15 September 1821, the day of independence. Two Remington rifles crossed with two swords show readiness to defend it, within a wreath of laurel for victory.
Construction details
Proportions 5:8. Three vertical bands, sky blue, white, sky blue, with the coat of arms at the centre of the white: a quetzal (national bird, symbol of liberty), a scroll dated 15 September 1821 (independence), two crossed Remington rifles and two crossed swords, and a laurel wreath. The civil flag has no arms.
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How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.
Specific rules — Guatemala
Common conventions
Its two blue bands frame the country between its two oceans, the Pacific and the Caribbean Sea.
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