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Flag of Moldova

Europe
2.7M
1991
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Flag of Moldova
MD | 1:2
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Official Palette

Symbolism

The colors are shared with Romania, reflecting their common heritage. The coat of arms features an eagle holding a cross, an olive branch, and a scepter, with an aurochs' head on its shield representing the historical principality of Moldavia.

History

Adopted on May 12, 1990. The flag is nearly identical to the Romanian flag, with the addition of the Moldovan coat of arms in the center.

Construction

A 1:2 ratio. A vertical tricolor of blue, yellow, and red with the national coat of arms centered in the yellow band.

Color Meanings

blue: Liberty and the clear sky
yellow: Justice and the wealth of the land
red: Fraternity and the blood of patriots

Country Facts

Population
2.7M

0.3% of Europe

Capital
Chișinău
Languages
Romanian
Continent
Europe
Landlocked
Yes
Borders
Flag of Romania
Romania
Flag of Ukraine
Ukraine
ISO 3166-1
MD

Flag Identification

Adopted
August 27, 1991
Proportions

1:2

12
Total Colors
4
Primary Layout
Vertical bands
Key Symbols
Emblem, Animal, Weapon

Influences

Flag of Romania
Historical Moldavian arms

Flags with resemblance

Visually close designs. Compare colors and emblems, or try similarities mode.

  • Flag of Andorra
    Andorra
  • Flag of Romania
    Romania
  • Flag of Chad
    Chad

Related flags

  • Flag of Romania
    Romania
  • Flag of Ukraine
    Ukraine

Flag Protocol

  • The coat of arms must be present on both the obverse and reverse
  • The reverse side is a mirror image of the front

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Sources

  • Britannica
  • CIA World Factbook
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