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The COMMANDO New South Wales State Flag Patch features the official flag of Australia's oldest state. The design has a dark blue background with the Union Jack in the upper-left corner and the distinctive New South Wales State Badge displayed on the right. The badge consists of a red Cross of St George on a white circular field, with a golden lion at its centre and four golden eight-pointed stars.
The history of the New South Wales flag dates back to the colonial period, when Australian colonies were authorised to use the British Blue Ensign incorporating their own distinctive badge on government vessels. The first New South Wales badge, authorised in 1869, was a simple red Cross of St George on a white background.
A revised badge was proclaimed on 15 February 1876 and officially gazetted on 18 February that year. It introduced the golden lion and four stars that remain the defining features of the state flag today. The design was originally intended to identify vessels belonging to the colonial government and reflected the flag conventions of the British Empire at the time.
Each element carries historical significance. The red Cross of St George and golden lion reflect the British heritage of the colony's early European settlers, while the four eight-pointed stars represent the Southern Cross, a familiar feature of the southern night sky and an enduring symbol of the region. The flag has remained in use since 1876 and is now an established emblem representing the people and identity of New South Wales.
Features
- New South Wales State Flag design
- Dark blue background
- Union Jack in the upper-left corner
- White circular State Badge
- Red Cross of St George
- Golden lion at the centre of the cross
- Four golden eight-pointed stars representing the Southern Cross
- Suitable for state flag collections, Australian memorabilia and display
Specifications
Brand: COMMANDO
Product: State Flag of New South Wales Patch
Attatchment: Hook and Loop
Dimensions: 75 x 50 mm
The COMMANDO New South Wales State Flag Patch represents a state emblem with a history extending back to the nineteenth century. Its distinctive design makes it a fitting addition to Australian flag collections, memorabilia displays and collections celebrating the history of New South Wales.