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Cayman Islands

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British Overseas Territory

Description

Adoption

  • 1958 (Blue Ensign with arms)
  • arms updated in 1999 (68 years).
Designed byNo individual designer; British Blue Ensign with local arms.

Design & Symbolism

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Proportions

1:2

Shape

Rectangular

Colors

Symbols & elements

Coat of arms
Star
Turtle
Union jack

Construction details

Proportions 1:2. A Blue Ensign with the Union Jack in the canton and, at the fly, the local arms: a shield with three stars and waves, crested by a turtle and a pineapple.

Construction sheet

Etiquette & protocol

How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.

Specific rulesCayman Islands

  • The territorial flag does not take precedence over the flag of the governing power.
  • It flies on public buildings and at official ceremonies.

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?

The three stars in its arms depict the three islands that make up the territory.

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