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Flag of Jersey
flæg ˈdʒɜːzi
Definitions
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Geography · National Symbol
Uncommon
The official flag of Jersey, a British Crown Dependency in the Channel Islands. Features a red diagonal cross (St. Patrick's Cross) on a white field with a red shield and three lions.
Used to represent Jersey in geographical, political, or sporting contexts. Often used by Jersey residents to express national identity.
Just booked our summer holiday to 🇯🇪! Can't wait to explore St. Helier!
Travel planning on Instagram
Congratulations to Team 🇯🇪 on their Commonwealth Games medal!
Sports commentary on Twitter
Jersey is neither part of the UK nor the EU, but maintains close ties with Britain while preserving its distinct Norman-influenced heritage and autonomy.
Evolution Timeline
2015
Added to Unicode 8.0 as part of the expansion of regional flag emoji coverage.
Growing demand for representation of smaller territories and dependencies in digital communication.
Cultural Context
Jersey's flag reflects its complex history, with elements symbolizing both its connection to the British Crown and its Norman heritage dating back to 1066.
Despite its small size, Jersey maintains a distinct identity separate from both Britain and France, reflected in its unique legal system, language heritage (Jèrriais), and cultural traditions.
Regional Variations
United Kingdom
More commonly recognized due to proximity and constitutional relationship with Jersey as a Crown Dependency.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Limited usage, primarily in formal contexts related to Channel Islands or financial services.
Gen_Z: Rarely used except by Jersey residents or in educational contexts about geography or flags.
Older: Minimal usage, generally limited to those with direct connections to Jersey.
Millennials: Occasionally used in travel posts or when discussing offshore banking and financial services.
Common Combinations
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Love for Jersey or pride in Jersey heritage
Used by residents or those with family connections to express patriotism.
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Jersey beaches or coastal tourism
References Jersey's popular beaches and seaside attractions.
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Jersey cow or dairy industry
References the famous Jersey cow breed and the island's dairy heritage.