Emblem of the Maldives
National emblem of the Maldives with palm, crescent, and crossed flags.
The National Emblem of the Maldives features a coconut palm, a crescent, and two crossed National Flags bearing the traditional title of the State. It serves as the official symbol of the Maldivian government.
Quick Facts
- Supporters
- The National Flag of Maldives on either side
- Motto
- الدولة المحلديبية; "State of the Mahal Dibiyat"
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Did You Know?
- The crescent and star were originally pale blue and white (silver) when first designed in the 1940s.
- The color of the crescent and star was changed to gold in late July 1995.
Interpretation
The coconut palm represents the livelihood of the Nation according to Maldivian folklore and tradition; inhabitants believe it to be the most beneficial tree, used from medicine to boat building. The crescent, a universal Islamic symbol, and its accompanying star embody the Islamic faith of the State and its authority respectively. The scroll bears the title Ad-Dawlat Al-Mahaldibiyya in Arabic naskh script, used by Sultan Al-Ghazee Mohamed Thakurufaanu Al-Azam, meaning the "State of the Mahal Dibiyat", the name medieval Arab travellers used for the Maldives.
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