Flag of Mexico
- RegionNorth America, Central America and the Caribbean
- ISO codeMX
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Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Mexico |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Official Country Name | United Mexican States |
| Capital | Mexico City |
| Continent | Americas |
| Region | North America |
| ISO Country Code | MX / MEX |
| Internet Domain | .mx |
| Calling Code | +52 |
| Currency | Mexican peso (MXN) |
| National Language(s) | Spanish |
| Demonym | Mexican |
| Area | 1,964,375 km² |
| Population | 126,190,788 (approx.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Mexico |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | 1968-09-16 |
| First Used | 1821 |
| Current Version Adopted | 1968-09-16 |
| Flag Proportion | 4:7 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 6 |
| Main Colors | Gold, Gold, Brown, Navy, Brown, Brown |
| Designer | Mexican independence tradition |
| Design Type | Vertical tricolour with coat of arms |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Mexico |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK | Pantone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | #FCCA3E | 252, 202, 62 | 0, 20, 75, 1 | Not specified | |
| Gold | #F8C83C | 248, 200, 60 | 0, 19, 76, 3 | Not specified | |
| Brown | #4D2A15 | 77, 42, 21 | 0, 45, 73, 70 | Not specified | |
| Navy | #202020 | 32, 32, 32 | 0, 0, 0, 87 | Not specified | |
| Brown | #8F4620 | 143, 70, 32 | 0, 51, 78, 44 | Not specified | |
| Brown | #AB6D29 | 171, 109, 41 | 0, 36, 76, 33 | Not specified |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Gold colour | Represents wealth, the sun and prosperity |
|---|---|
| Gold colour | Represents wealth, the sun and prosperity |
| Brown colour | Represents the earth and the soil |
| Navy colour | Represents the ocean, vigilance and perseverance |
| Brown colour | Represents the earth and the soil |
| Brown colour | Represents the earth and the soil |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1821 | First recorded use of the flag design |
| 1968-09-16 | Current flag officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 4:7 |
|---|---|
| Width | 4 units (hoist) |
| Length | 7 units (fly) |
| Symbol Position | Not documented |
| Symbol Diameter | Not documented |
| Border Size | None |
| Stripe Width | Not documented |
| Construction Sheet Available | Not documented |
| Official Construction Rules | Not documented |
Mexico Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Military | Yes |
| Naval Use | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| International Events | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
| Embassies | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| National Holidays | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Mexico
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | Main flag of the country | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | Not documented |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | Not documented |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | Not documented |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | Not documented |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | Not documented |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | Not documented |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 58 years |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | 1968-09-16 |
| Oldest Version | 1821 |
| Previous Flag | Not documented |
| Flag Nickname | Not documented |
| Designer | Mexican independence tradition |
| Most Common Color | Gold |
| Rarest Feature | Not documented |
| Similar Flags | Not documented |
| Unique Feature | Vertical tricolour with coat of arms |
