Product Description
Celebrate Anglican heritage with the Episcopal Flag Grommets, crafted for long-lasting outdoor display. Made from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, this sacred flag features a white field with a red cross and nine white crosslets on a blue canton, resisting fading in American climates. Designed for compact, high-impact presentation, the flag delivers full-color reverence in a perfectly proportioned format ideal for flagpoles, church grounds, or diocesan events.
Historical Context
The Episcopal Flag was adopted in 1940 by the Episcopal Church in the United States, based on the shield of the Diocese of New York. The red St. George’s Cross represents Christ, while the nine white crosslets on blue symbolize the nine original dioceses at the church’s founding in 1789, uniting Anglican tradition with American identity.
Flag Features
The Nylon pole heading ensures durability, while brass grommets provide secure flagpole attachment. Perfect for Episcopal worship, confirmations, or parish festivals, this sacred emblem honors faith and is proudly made in the USA with superior craftsmanship. Its crisp stitching and vibrant colors deliver reverence-ready performance, ideal for showcasing Episcopal pride. Pair with a flagpole or church displays for a complete setup. Fun Fact: The nine crosslets represent the founding dioceses of 1789!
Specifications – Grommet Finish:
• Flag Material: 100% 200 denier nylon
• Heading Material: Nylon pole heading with (2) brass grommets
• Side Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Heading Join: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Fly Hem: Single needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
Description
The Episcopal Flag typically consists of:
• A white field with a red cross throughout and a blue canton bearing nine white crosslets in saltire.
Symbolism
• Red Cross: Christ’s sacrifice.
• Blue Canton: Loyalty and truth.
• Nine Crosslets: Original nine dioceses.
Proportions
• Standard proportions: 2:3 (height to width).
