Official Palette
Symbolism
Red is a traditional color of the Ottoman Empire. The crescent and star are enduring symbols of Islam and are thought to bring good luck.
History
First adopted in 1831, it is one of the oldest national flags still in use. It was retained throughout the French protectorate and formally recognized upon independence in 1956.
Construction
A 2:3 ratio. A red field with a white disc in the center containing a red crescent and a red five-pointed star.
Color Meanings
red: Ottoman heritage and the blood shed for the nation
white: Peace and purity
Country Facts
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- October 20, 1827
- Proportions
2:3 (≈1.500)
- Total Colors
- 2
- Key Symbols
- Crescent, Emblem, Stars
Influences
19th-century Ottoman Empire flags
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Flag Protocol
- The red crescent and star must be centered in the white disc
- Must be treated with highest honor as one of the world's oldest flags
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