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Flag of Argentina

The "Sol de Mayo"

South America
46.1M
1812
Flag of Argentina
AR | 5:8

Official Palette

Symbolism

The blue and white colors were chosen by Manuel Belgrano during the May Revolution, representing the sky and clouds. The Sun of May (Sol de Mayo) is a replica of an engraving on the first Argentine coin, representing Inti, the Incan sun god.

History

First raised in 1812 in Rosario. The Sun of May was added to the center in 1818. The official flag of the nation.

Construction

A 9:14 ratio. A horizontal triband of light blue, white, and light blue. The Sun of May, with 32 rays (16 straight, 16 wavy), is centered in the white band.

Color Meanings

light-blue: The sky and the colors of the House of Bourbon
white: Clouds and the purity of the independence ideal
yellow: The Sun of May representing the Inca sun god Inti

Country Facts

Population
46.1M

11% of South America

Capital
Buenos Aires
Languages
Guaraní, Spanish
Continent
South America
Subregion
Southern Cone
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
AR

Flag Identification

Adopted
February 27, 1812
Designer
Manuel Belgrano
Proportions

5:8 (≈1.600)

58
De Jure Ratio
9:14
Primary Layout
Horizontal bands
Key Symbols
Emblem

Influences

Cockade of Argentina

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Flag Protocol

  • The Sun of May must be centered in the white band
  • The 'Ceremonial Flag' with the sun must be used for official functions

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