Peace Symbol Icon - Free Vector Download & History #205437 (License: Personal Use)

This minimalist black-and-white peace symbol-originally designed in 1958 by British artist Gerald Holtom for the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament-features a circle encompassing a vertical line and two downward-sloping lines, representing semaphore signals for “N” and “D.” It quickly transcended its nuclear disarmament roots to become a universal sign of anti-war sentiment, counterculture movements, and social justice advocacy worldwide.

Used on protest signs, apparel, digital campaigns, educational materials, and NGO websites; ideal for pages about activism, history of symbols, peace studies, or graphic design resources. Matches user intent for symbolic imagery, historical context, or royalty-free downloads.