Description
As the birthplace of the Red Cross, Switzerland pursues peace-keeping missions worldwide keeping with the country’s infamous neutrality in international warfare. Show off your national pride for this harmonious nation with a Swiss flag!
Our Swiss flags are made in America of 100% nylon, combining durable materials with reinforced stitching for sturdiness and quick-drying properties. Furthermore, digital print technology ensures that colors are vivid and fade-resistant. These flags come equipped with a strong canvas header and brass grommets for use with an outdoor flagpole.
Swiss Country Flag Product Details
- Manufactured in the United States
- Authentic 1841 design
- 100% premium nylon
- Robust canvas header
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
Are you looking for the ceremonial version of this flag? View our Switzerland flag with gold fringe and a pole sleeve.
Note: To increase the lifetime of your flag, avoid use during inclement weather conditions.
Switzerland Flag Meaning & History
The national flag of Switzerland holds a unique status: Apart from the flag of Vatican City, it is the only perfectly square flag worldwide with a 1:1 ratio. The flag we offer comes in a 2:3 ratio, Switzerland's official civil and state ensign.
The white cross has a long history, starting in the late 13th century. The Old Swiss Confederacy used it as a field sign, a mark used to identify group members. The confederation was a loose organization of several independent states within the Holy Roman Empire, formally achieving independence in 1648 through the Treaty of Westphalia. Switzerland’s flag was adopted on October 11, 1841, when it was declared the uniting symbol of the Swiss cantons.
Other Details
Capital: Bern
Language(s): German, French, Italian, Romansh
Currency: Swiss Franc
Government: Federal Multi-Party Directorial Republic
Flag Meaning: The cross represents Christianity, and the flag itself represents freedom, honor, and fidelity.