Symbolism
The Blue Ensign reflects the Turks and Caicos Islands' status as a British Overseas Territory. The coat of arms features a conch shell, lobster, and cactus on a shield, representing the islands' marine resources and arid landscape, with a pelican on the crest.
History
The Turks and Caicos Islands received a coat of arms in 1965, and the Blue Ensign bearing those arms was approved as the territory flag in 1968. The design highlights the islands' fishing industry and distinctive environment.
Construction
A 1:2 ratio British Blue Ensign with the Turks and Caicos Islands coat of arms in the fly.
Color Meanings
blue: The Caribbean Sea and Blue Ensign tradition
gold: The lobster and cactus on the arms
white: The conch shell on the shield
Country Facts
- Continent
- North America
- Subregion
- Caribbean
- Landlocked
- Island state
- ISO 3166-1
- TC
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- November 7, 1968
- Proportions
1:2
- Total Colors
- 2
- Key Symbols
- Emblem, Weapon
Influences
British Blue Ensign
Local marine and desert flora
Related flags
Flag Protocol
- The Union Jack is flown on official occasions
- The coat of arms must appear in the fly of the Blue Ensign
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