Vatican City Flag - Official National Symbol of the Holy See #303074 (License: Personal Use)

The flag of Vatican City consists of two equal vertical bands-golden yellow on the hoist side and white on the fly-with the coat of arms of the Holy See centered on the white band. The emblem features the papal tiara surmounted by a gold cross, flanked by two crossed keys (one gold, one silver) tied with a red cord, symbolizing the Keys of Heaven entrusted to Saint Peter. This design reflects the dual spiritual and temporal authority of the Pope as head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City State.

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