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The National Flag of Grenada represents the distillation of a national effort to produce an emblem of a nation that can stand for all time and which incorporates simplicity of form, a pleasing visual quality and is symbolic of the confidence, hope and aspirations of a courageous people accepting the challenge of nationhood.

The components of the Grenadian flag have the following meaning:

• Red represents the fervor of the people, their courage and vitality - their burning aspiration to be free. The red border indicates the dedication of the Grenadians to preserve harmony and unity of spirit.
• Gold / Yellow is the color wisdom, the sunshine of the islands in the sun, and the warmth and friendliness of the people of Grenada.
• Green symbolizes the fertility of the land, the lush vegetation and the islands' agriculture.
• The Seven Gold Stars represent the seven parishes and the hopes, aspirations and ideas upon which the nation was founded.
• The Nutmeg symbolizes the island's reputation as the Isle of Spice. Grenada is the world's second-largest producer of nutmeg, after Indonesia.

The Grenadian National Flag was designed by Anthony George from Soubise, St. Andrew Parish.