Coat of Arms of Turkmenistan facts for kids
The coat of arms of Turkmenistan is a special national symbol. It was created after Turkmenistan became an independent country in 1991. Before that, it was part of the Soviet Union.
This emblem is shaped like an eight-pointed green star. This star has golden edges. In the middle of the star is a red circle. Inside this circle, you can see several important things. There are bundles of wheat, five special carpet designs called guls, and a smaller blue circle. This blue circle shows a beautiful Akhal-Teke horse. This horse is a big source of pride for the Turkmen people. A slightly different version of this emblem was used from 1992 to 2003.
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What the Symbols Mean
The coat of arms is full of symbols that tell us about Turkmenistan. Each part has a special meaning.
The Eight-Pointed Star
The large green star has eight points. It is also known as the star of Rub El Hizb. This symbol is important in Islam, which is the main religion for most Turkmen people.
The Central Red Circle
Inside the green star, there is a red circle. This circle holds many key symbols of the country.
Carpet Designs (Guls)
The five traditional carpet designs on the red circle are called guls. These guls stand for the five main tribes of Turkmenistan. They also show the country's traditional and religious values. The tribes are usually listed in this order:
- Teke
- Yomut
- Arsary
- Chowdur
- Saryk
Some smaller tribes are not shown on the emblem.
Wheat Bundles
The red circle is surrounded by bundles of wheat. This reminds people of an old custom. In Turkmenistan, guests are often welcomed with salt and bread. The wheat represents this welcoming tradition.
The Akhal-Teke Horse
At the very center of the emblem, inside a smaller blue circle, is an Akhal-Teke horse. This horse is shown very realistically. The Akhal-Teke horse is famous for its speed and beauty. It is a very important part of Turkmen culture and history.
Colors and Other Symbols
The colors green and red are used a lot in the emblem. These colors are very important to the Turkmen people. They have been respected throughout history.
Crescent Moon and Stars
Above the wheat and the red circle, you can see a white waxing crescent moon. This is a common symbol for Turkic peoples. It represents the country's hope for a bright future. Next to the moon are five white five-pointed stars. These stars stand for the five provinces of Turkmenistan:
- Ahal
- Balkan
- Dashhowuz
- Lebap
- Mary
Many of these symbols, like the crescent moon, stars, and carpet guls, can also be seen on the national flag.
History of the Emblem
Before Turkmenistan became independent in 1991, it was part of the Soviet Union. During that time, Turkmenistan had a coat of arms similar to other Soviet republics. That older emblem had only one carpet gul, which was not like any of the tribal patterns seen today.
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Images for kids
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Coat of arms of Turkmenistan on a postage stamp from 1992.
See also
In Spanish: Emblema nacional de Turkmenistán para niños
