- Symbol of Tokelau
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The national symbol of Tokelau depicts a Tuluma, which is a traditional Tokelauan carver wooden “tackle box” used by fishermen. A white cross in the centre of the Tuluma and the inscription below Tokelau mo te Atua (Tokelau for God) reflects the strong emphasis of Christianity in Tokelau.[1]
History
Tokelau's territorial parliament, the General Fono, approved a design for a national emblem in May 2008. Prior to 2008, the Coat of Arms of New Zealand and the Flag of New Zealand were used.
A new flag was also adopted at the same time.
References
Seals and coats of arms of Oceania Sovereign states Dependencies and
other territories- American Samoa
- Christmas Island
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands
- Cook Islands
- Easter Island
- French Polynesia
- Guam
- Hawaii
- New Caledonia
- Niue
- Norfolk Island
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Pitcairn Islands
- Tokelau
- Wallis and Futuna
Categories:- National emblems
- Tokelau
- Heraldry stubs
- Tokelau stubs
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