Emblem of Djibouti
| National Emblem of Djibouti | |
|---|---|
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| Details | |
| Armiger | Republic of Djibouti |
| Adopted | 1977 |
| Crest | in place of a crest, a Mullet of five points Gules |
| Escutcheon | On a Djibouti shield Tenne, a roundel Rose |
| Supporters | Two hands, each holding a Djibouti dagger, all proper |
The national emblem of Djibouti was introduced after attaining independence from France on 27 June 1977. It is bordered on the sides with laurel branches. Within this perimeter there is a vertical spear, in front of which is a shield. Underneath the shield, two hands rise away from the spear, both of which carry a large machete. These two hands symbolize the main two ethnic groups of the nation: the Afar and the Issa. The spear is topped by a red star. The star symbolizes the unity between the Issa and the Afar peoples. A Djibouti law established the seal and states its significance, and has been translated into English.[1]
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