Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag
National Flag of Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag Display
Quick Facts About Saint Pierre and Miquelon and Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag
- Adopted:
- Aspect Ratio:
- Official: 2:3; local banner: varies (~3:5)
- Capital:
- Saint-Pierre
- Population:
- Approximately 5,800 (2022)
Flag Description
While the French tricolor is the territory’s official flag, the widely flown local banner depicts a yellow ship on a blue field alongside stripes representing Basque, Breton, and Norman settler heritage.
Symbolism & Meaning of the Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag
The yellow ship represents the Grande Hermine, Jacques Cartier’s vessel in 1535; the tri-bar stripes symbolize the French ancestral regions—Basque, Brittany, and Normandy .
Historical Background of the Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag
Administered as a French territory since 1946, the local flag design emerged around 1982 and is commonly used, though never officially recognized .
Design Elements of the Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag
A blue field with a yellow sailing ship. At the hoist, three vertical panels display the Basque, Breton, and Norman patterns. Pantone colors are documented for informal use .
Usage & Protocol of the Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag
The French tricolor is the only legal flag for official use. The local banner is flown on private buildings and in cultural events, but should never supplant the French flag in official contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag represent?
The yellow ship represents the Grande Hermine, Jacques Cartier’s vessel in 1535; the tri-bar stripes symbolize the French ancestral regions—Basque, Brittany, and Normandy .
When was the Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag adopted?
The Saint Pierre and Miquelon flag was adopted on French flag: 15 Feb 1794; local banner: circa 1982 (informal), marking an important milestone in the country's development as an independent nation.
What is the aspect ratio of the Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag?
The Saint Pierre and Miquelon flag has an aspect ratio of Official: 2:3; local banner: varies (~3:5), which determines the proportional relationship between its width and height for official display purposes.