The flag of the U.S. state of New Mexico, also referred to as the New Mexican flag and Zia Banner, is a state flag, consisting of a sacred red sun symbol of the Zia tribe on a field of gold (yellow).

In contrast to most American state flags, the current New Mexico flag is starkly simple. The colours are based on the flag of Spain, which had ruled New Mexico until the early 19th century as part of the …

Nov 2, 2021 · In March of 1925, Governor Arthur T. Hannett signed the legislation, which proclaimed the Mera design as the official state flag. The State Flag of New Mexico has a modern interpretation of …

Explore the symbolism and history of the New Mexican flag, and view its official image, design, colors, and emoji.

The colors on New Mexico's state flag are the red and yellow of old Spain. The simple, elegant center design is the ancient Zia sun symbol, which represents the unique character of New Mexico (Zia sun …

The state flag of New Mexico is represented by a yellow field and red symbols. It was officially adopted in 1925 and pays recognition to Spain by using the red and yellow colors of Spain – Spain had ruled …

New Mexico's state flag flies under or is displayed shorter than the national flag. The pledge to the state flag is available in English and Spanish: “I salute the flag of the state of New Mexico, the Zia symbol …

New Mexico's flag features a red Zia sun symbol centered on a yellow field—colors linked to early Spanish influence and a sacred emblem from Zia Pueblo.

Apr 3, 2025 · The designer of the current New Mexico Flag was Dr. Harry Mera, an archaeologist as well as a physician. Previously the official New Mexico Flag was different from the present one and had a …

Jan 4, 2025 · The current design, introduced in 1925, is really the first and only actual state flag for New Mexico. This Territory became a state in 1912, but never officially adopted a state flag.