Description
Show your state pride with an official New York state flag, perfect for flying outside your home or business. This is the official state flag of New York, not to be confused with the New York City flag (which we also carry).
Our New York flags are made in the United States from premium nylon, a lightweight material that flies easily, even in a gentle breeze. Additionally, nylon dries quickly, helping prevent mildew growth after rain and wet weather. The New York flag’s design is digitally printed, creating bright, vibrant colors that resist UV damage from sun exposure.
New York flags sizes 6’ by 10’ and under come finished with a heavy-duty canvas header and brass grommets for quick attachment to an outdoor flagpole. Flags that measure 8’ by 12’ or larger are instead equipped with nylon rope and thimbles for added sturdiness.
New York Flag Features
- Manufactured in the USA
- Authentic 1901 design
- 100% pure nylon
- Strong canvas header
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
8’ x 12’ and Up-Sized New York Flags
- Nylon rope instead of grommets
- Galvanized thimbles
- Extra stitching on fly-end corners
To set up an elegant indoor display honoring the state, use our NY flag finished with gold fringe and a pole sleeve.
New York Flag Meaning & History
The state of New York flag has remained relatively unchanged for nearly two and a half centuries since its introduction. It displays the coat of arms of New York, designed in 1778 by American revolutionaries. The state flag was also designed that year and has undergone only one significant change: the yellow background was changed to blue in 1901.
The center of the seal depicts the sun rising behind Mount Beacon, with the Hudson River and two ships in the foreground. The woman on the left is Lady Liberty, with her foot over the English Crown, representing the rejection of monarchy. The woman on the right is Themis, or the Goddess of Justice, who judges fairness with her weighing scales and enforces it with her sword.
Above the seal on the flag of New York is a globe picturing Europe, Africa, and the Americas, displaying the geographic history behind the creation of New York. At the top is a bald eagle, a classic American symbol of freedom. The word “Excelsior” is written on the white ribbon below the seal, which translates as “higher” or “ever upward.”
Why is the Flag at Half-Staff Today in NY?
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