Flag of Vermont
stateThe flag of Vermont was adopted on June 1, 1923. Blue field with the state coat of arms. It uses 3 colours: blue, gold and green. The official proportions are 3:5.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Vermont |
|---|---|
| Country | Vermont |
| Official Country Name | State of Vermont |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | United States |
| ISO Country Code | US-VT |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Vermont |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | June 1, 1923 |
| Current Version Adopted | June 1, 1923 |
| Flag Proportion | 3:5 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Blue, Gold, Green |
| Design Type | Blue field with the state coat of arms |
| Official Status | Official State Flag |
| Government Authority | State Government of Vermont |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #002868 | 0, 40, 104 | 100, 62, 0, 59 | |
| Gold | #FFD100 | 255, 209, 0 | 0, 18, 100, 0 | |
| Green | #3D7C47 | 61, 124, 71 | 51, 0, 43, 51 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the field |
|---|---|
| Gold colour | Represents the crest |
| Green colour | Represents the pine and hills |
| Pine tree and cow | The Green Mountains, the state’s forests and its dairy farming |
| Buck’s head crest | The wildlife of the state, above the motto “Freedom and Unity” |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1923-06-01 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 3:5 |
|---|---|
| Width | 3 units (hoist) |
| Length | 5 units (fly) |
Vermont Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Vermont
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 103 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | June 1, 1923 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Alaska, Aruba, Belize |
| Unique Feature | Blue field with the state coat of arms |
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Facts about the Flag of Vermont
- The pine tree, cow and sheaves of wheat in the arms sit beneath the outline of Camel's Hump, a real mountain in the Green Mountain range.
- Vermont was an independent republic from 1777 to 1791, and the motto Freedom and Unity dates from that period.
- The flag of Vermont was officially adopted on June 1, 1923.
- The flag in its present form is 103 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Blue field with the state coat of arms.
- The official proportions are 3:5. It shares that ratio with 20 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: blue, gold and green.
- The blue on the flag stands for the field.
- The gold on the flag stands for the crest.
- The green on the flag stands for the pine and hills.
- Pine tree and cow: The Green Mountains, the state’s forests and its dairy farming.
- Buck’s head crest: The wildlife of the state, above the motto “Freedom and Unity”.
- The design belongs to the "Plain field with a central emblem" family, shared with 70 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Alaska, Aruba and Belize.
- Vermont joined the Union on 4 March 1791, as the 14th state.
- The state is nicknamed The Green Mountain State.
- The state bird is the hermit thrush.
- The state flower is the red clover.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Vermont
When was the flag of Vermont adopted?
The flag of Vermont was officially adopted on June 1, 1923.
What do the colours of the flag of Vermont mean?
Blue for the field, gold for the crest and green for the pine and hills.
When did Vermont become a state?
Vermont entered the Union on 4 March 1791, as the 14th state.
What do the symbols on the flag of Vermont represent?
Pine tree and cow — The Green Mountains, the state’s forests and its dairy farming. Buck’s head crest — The wildlife of the state, above the motto “Freedom and Unity”.
What are the proportions of the flag of Vermont?
The official ratio is 3:5, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 20 national flags.
What are the state symbols of Vermont?
The state bird is the hermit thrush, the state flower is the red clover and the motto is "Freedom and Unity".
Which flags look similar to the flag of Vermont?
The closest matches are Alaska, Aruba and Belize, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Vermont?
It uses 3 colours: blue, gold and green.
Can I download the flag of Vermont for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Vermont in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.
What are the colour codes of the flag of Vermont?
The HEX values are Blue #002868, Gold #FFD100 and Green #3D7C47. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.