Navy Blue with Embroidered Coat of Arms, adjustable.
The national coat of arms of Cuba, known as the “Escudo de Cuba” in Spanish, is a symbol that represents the identity and history of the country. The coat of arms features several elements that hold significance:
- Shield: At the center of the coat of arms is a shield divided into three horizontal sections. The top section contains a key, which represents Cuba’s position as the “Key to the Gulf,” indicating its strategic location in the Caribbean.
- Blue and White Stripes: The middle section of the shield features alternating blue and white stripes, representing the waves of the sea and the country’s maritime heritage.
- Mountains and Rising Sun: The bottom section of the shield depicts the Cuban landscape, with the Sierra Maestra mountain range in the background. Above the mountains, there is a rising sun, symbolizing a new beginning and the hope for a brighter future.
- Phrygian Cap: At the top of the shield, above the key, there is a Phrygian cap, also known as a liberty cap. This cap is a symbol of freedom and independence and is often associated with revolutions and liberation movements.
- Royal Palm Trees: Flanking the sides of the shield are two royal palm trees, Cuba’s national tree. The royal palm is a symbol of Cuba’s natural beauty and abundance.
- Rope and Anchor: Below the shield, there is a blue ribbon with a white rope and anchor, representing Cuba’s maritime traditions and connections to the sea.
- Olive Branches: Surrounding the shield are two branches of olive leaves, symbolizing peace and unity.
- Motto: A white ribbon below the shield bears the national motto: “PATRIA O MUERTE” (Homeland or Death), which reflects the commitment to defending the country’s sovereignty and independence.
