Flag Of Hong Kong

When we think of Hong Kong we think of commerce and business, and their old flag was an icon of this commerce. If you want a true icon of successful business and a history of it, then you want to buy the flag of old Hong Kong.

If you are looking to buy one of the most unique and interesting old World flags then you really want to look at the flag of old Hong Kong. Before handing over the sovereignty Hong Kong’s flag was a colonial Blue Ensign. The flag underwent several changes, and in 1843 an interesting seal that represented Hong Kong was added. The design is waterfront seen with merchants in the foreground. You can also see a square rigged ship and a junk in the design. The background of his emblem includes the hills and clouds of Hong Kong. Later this design was rejected and changed. In 1870 the flag bore a white crown over the initials HK on a blue background. Later the HK was omitted. Six years later the local scene badge was again placed on this great flag and later revised in 1955 and this is the flag that flew from Hong Kong until 1997 when sovereignty was transferred.

What a great history! This flag makes you think of the different changes a society goes through and how Hong Kong was once protected by the British. This is one of those flags that you want to include in your collection and one you can find here at a great discounted price.