Ordinance on Coats of Arms - Cantonal Colors
Table of Provisions (9)
Statutory Text (9 Articles)
1. The cantonal colors are Green and Silver (White).
1. The State Emblem depicts in green a silver bundle of rods (fasces) entwined with a green ribbon, featuring five rods tapering outward and an axe positioned to the heraldic right. The bundle of rods is typically displayed on a shield.
2. The bundle of rods symbolizes unity and sovereignty.
1. The flag of the canton displays the state coat of arms with a white fasces and a white axe turned towards the flagpole.
1. Flags, pennants, badges, attire of the constable, and other uses of the coat of arms and colors are governed by the recognized rules of heraldry.
1. The State Seal consists of the State Coat of Arms and the inscription "Canton of St.Gallen." Its use is reserved for the Government Council.
2. Other state authorities and offices may use stamps modeled after the seal. These consist of the State Coat of Arms and an inscription with the name of the authority or office.
1. The state coat of arms may only be used in official contexts, particularly on documents and printed materials, on motor vehicle license plates, on government buildings and vehicles, as well as on construction signs, in accordance with the official template. Exceptions are permissible if the overall design necessitates it.
1. The Government Council determines the official template.
2. The State Secretary, in agreement with the State Archivist, ensures the uniform application within the state administration and approves exceptions.
3. The Department of the Interior supervises compliance with the federal regulations for the protection of public coats of arms and other public symbols.
1. The Government Council Decree on the Coat of Arms and Colors of the Canton dated July 28, 1951, is hereby repealed.
1. This regulation shall apply from January 1, 1982.