Product Description
Celebrate Spanish exploration with the Lions and Castles Flag Grommets, crafted for long-lasting outdoor display. Made from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, this historic flag features a quartered design with red lions on white and yellow castles on red, resisting fading in American climates. Designed for compact, high-impact presentation, the flag delivers full-color heritage in a perfectly proportioned format ideal for flagpoles, reenactments, or cultural displays.
Historical Context
The Lions and Castles Flag, also known as the Flag of Castile and León, represents the marriage of Ferdinand of Aragon (rampant lions) and Isabella of Castile (castles) in 1469, uniting Spain. Flown by Christopher Columbus in 1492, it was the first European flag over the Americas, claiming the New World for Spain. Used during the Age of Discovery by explorers like Balboa and Magellan, it symbolizes Spanish imperial expansion and the dawn of global exploration.
Flag Features
The nylon pole heading ensures durability, while brass grommets provide secure flagpole attachment. Perfect for Columbus Day, Spanish heritage events, or exploration reenactments, this emblem honors the union of Castile and León and is proudly made in the USA with superior craftsmanship. Its crisp stitching and vibrant colors deliver history-ready performance, ideal for showcasing Lions and Castles pride. Pair with a flagpole or historical displays for a complete setup.
Fun Fact: This flag was the first to fly over American soil in 1492!
Specifications – Grommet Finish:
• Flag Material: 100% 200 denier nylon
• Heading Material: Nylon pole heading with (2) brass grommets
• Side Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Heading Join: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Fly Hem: Single needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
Description
The Lions and Castles Flag typically consists of:
• A quartered field: red with yellow castles (upper left/lower right), white with red lions (upper right/lower left).
Symbolism
• Castles: Castile (Isabella’s domain).
• Lions: León and Aragon (Ferdinand’s realm).
• Red/White: Spanish royal colors.
Proportions
• Standard proportions: 2:3 (height to width).
