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NORWEGIAN
FLAG
Are you looking for the Norwegian flag or pennant for the flagpole, on the facade, on the boat or on the table? At Flaggbutikk you are guaranteed a Norwegian flag with a striking appearance. The Norwegian flag from Flaggbutikk is colorfast, wind, water and UV resistant. At Flaggbutikk you are assured of easy and long-lasting use of your flag. Thanks to the great printing technique, the bright colors of the Norwegian flag remain striking for long-lasting flag fun!
Do you want to buy the Norwegian flag?
The Norwegian flag for the flagpole, on the facade or on the boat is supplied by Flaggbutikk from the strong flag cloth Spun-Poly, this special polyester fabric lasts 20% longer than other types of fabric. The table flag is made of Acetate silk, so this Norwegian flag consists of 100% polyester. The Norwegian flag for the table, boat or facade is of the best quality. We can guarantee this quality through many years of experience with printing flags, both screen printing and digital. We only use high quality materials. Our flags have a high standard with a tear-free break band and strap/cord for easy and comfortable use. The Norwegian flags for flagpoles from 5 meters are equipped with a tear-free break band and clip for easy hoisting of the flag. Take the Norwegian flag to Flaggbutikk on your boat when you are going sailing in Norway or hang the Norwegian flag on the facade or in the mast.
The history of the Norwegian flag
The national flag of Norway is a red flag with a dark blue cross surrounded by a white border. The vertical groove in the crotch has shifted towards the flagpole, as is the case in several Scandinavian countries. Fredrik Meltzer designed the Norwegian flag and chose a similar design to the flags of Denmark and Sweden. The cross is seen as the symbol of Christianity. The color scheme of the Norwegian flag, namely red-white-blue, was chosen as a symbol of democracy. This flag of Norway was designed in 1821, but it was not officially adopted until 1898.
In the Middle Ages, Norway did not have a national flag, but some rulers used their own flag. The oldest flag that can be seen as the national Norwegian flag had a red background with a golden lion and an axe. This flag of Norway is the royal standard to this day. This flag was adopted as the royal flag in 1280 and was derived from the Norwegian coat of arms. Due to the union with Denmark in the 16th century, the use of the Norwegian flag with the lion and axe slowly died out. In Norway at that time, however, the flag continued to fly until 1698. During the period of the unification of Denmark, the Danish flag, nicknamed the Dannebrog, was used. In 1748, the Dannebrog even became Norway's only national flag. In 1814, the unification of Denmark was completed and with it the Norwegian flag changed again. The Norwegians stuck to the Danish flag, but placed their own old symbol of the lion and axe in the upper left corner. This flag was short-lived, as a new union with Sweden was formed in 1821, which would last until 1899. This led to the Norwegian flag changing to what we know today, with the so-called herring salad placed in the upper left corner. This herring salad was the symbol of the union in which both flags were represented. After the collapse of the union, the herring salad was removed and the current national Norwegian flag was created.
Norwegian flag rules
A Norwegian flag as a tribute to Norway should not be hung outside at night. The Norwegian flag is raised at sunrise and lowered at sunset. Do you want to hang several world flags next to each other? Use country flags of the same size or hang them at the same height. The most important country flag – in Norway the Norwegian flag – always has the highest position. You can determine the ranking by using the first letter of the French names of the countries involved.
Why buy a Norwegian flag from Flaggbutikk?
You are assured of the best quality with the longest lifespan. All world flags are in stock at Flaggbutikk. This means we can deliver within two business days (with express). Buy the Norwegian flag online via the online store.
If you have any questions or need advice, we are happy to help you by emailing flaggbutikk@vkhn.no
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