Product Description
Honor the original vision with the Gilbert Baker Pride Flag Grommets, crafted for long-lasting outdoor display. Made from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, this historic 8-color rainbow features hot pink, red, orange, yellow, green, turquoise, indigo, and violet stripes, resisting fading in American climates. Designed for compact, high-impact presentation, the flag delivers full-color pride in a perfectly proportioned format ideal for flagpoles, pride events, or community displays.
Historical Context
The Gilbert Baker Pride Flag was created in 1978 by artist and activist Gilbert Baker for the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade, commissioned by Harvey Milk. The original eight colors each carried meaning: hot pink for sex, red for life, orange for healing, yellow for sunlight, green for nature, turquoise for magic/art, indigo for serenity, and violet for spirit. It became the universal symbol of LGBTQ+ pride.
Flag Features
The Nylon pole heading ensures durability, while brass grommets provide secure flagpole attachment. Perfect for historic pride celebrations, anniversary events, or ally displays, this original pride emblem honors legacy and is proudly made in the USA with superior craftsmanship. Its crisp stitching and vibrant colors deliver pride-ready performance, ideal for showcasing original rainbow pride. Pair with a flagpole or pride displays for a complete setup. Fun Fact: The original 1978 flag had hot pink—removed in 1979 due to fabric shortages!
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 Gilbert Baker Pride Flag typically consists of:
• Eight horizontal stripes: hot pink, red, orange, yellow, green, turquoise, indigo, violet.
Symbolism
• Hot Pink: Sex
• Red: Life
• Orange: Healing
• Yellow: Sunlight
• Green: Nature
• Turquoise: Magic/Art
• Indigo: Serenity
• Violet: Spirit
Proportions
• Standard proportions: 2:3 (height to width).
