Vatican City Flag - Official National Flag of the Holy See #303080 (License: Personal Use)

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

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