Product Description
Celebrate Martiniquais pride with this durable nylon Martinique flag featuring brass grommets, crafted for vibrant and long-lasting outdoor display. Made from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, it withstands the elements while preserving vivid colors. The poly/cotton duck header adds strength, and brass grommets ensure secure flagpole attachment. Ideal for residential, ceremonial, or institutional use, this flag is proudly made in the USA, reflecting the highest standards of American craftsmanship. Fun Fact: Martinique’s flag, the “Snake Flag,” was created in 1766 by naval officer Toussaint Chrétien de Laisle to symbolize the island’s tropical wildlife and colonial history!
Specifications – Grommet Finish:
• Flag material: 100% 200 denier nylon
• Heading material: Poly Duck with (2) brass grommets
• Side Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Heading Join: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Fly Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~8 stitches/inch)
Description
The flag of Martinique, known as the “Snake Flag,” consists of:
• A white field.
• Four yellow snakes (L-shaped, resembling a “Z”) in the corners, with the phrase “TOUT MANKÉ A TÉ LÉ ZOLIÉ” (Martinican Creole for “Everything is fine for you, but not for me”) in black letters along the top and bottom edges.
Symbolism
• White: Represents purity and the island’s beaches.
• Yellow Snakes: Symbolize the tropical fer-de-lance snake, resilience, and the island’s biodiversity.
• Creole Phrase: Reflects the historical grievances of the people against colonial rule.
Proportions
• Standard proportions of the Martinique flag are 2:3 (height to width).
