Emblem of Turkmenistan

State Emblem of Turkmenistan

The State Emblem of Turkmenistan was created after Turkmenistan gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. It uses parts from the old Soviet design, such as cotton, wheat, and traditional rugs.

In the middle of the emblem is a green star with eight points, called the Rub el Hizb. This star is a symbol of Islam, the religion most Turkmen people follow.

Inside the star is a red circle. It shows sheaves of wheat, five carpet guls, and a picture of a famous horse named Yanardag. This horse is important to the Turkmen people as part of their heritage. The emblem’s design was changed in 2003. The president said the eight-sided shape stands for peace and plenty.

Symbolism

The emblem of Turkmenistan is a symbol of the traditions and history of the Turkmen people. It is inspired by ancient leaders like Oguz Khan and the Seljuk dynasty.

The five carpet designs on the red circle represent the five main tribes of Turkmenistan. These tribes are Teke (Tekke), Yomut (Yomud), Ärsary (Ersary), Chowdur (Choudur), and Saryk (Saryq). The green and red colors are special to the Turkmen people. Around the center are wheat plants, showing Turkmenistan’s link to white wheat and the tradition of offering salt and bread to guests. Above this are a white crescent moon and five white five-pointed stars, standing for the five provinces of Turkmenistan: Ahal, Balkan, Dashoguz, Lebap, and Mary. Many parts of the emblem also appear on the national flag.

Before Turkmenistan became independent from the USSR, its emblem looked more like the symbols of other Soviet republics, with a single carpet design.

Usage

The Turkmen emblem is used on desks for meetings, assemblies, and other special events.