Seal of Tripoli

Seal of Tripoli

The seal of Tripoli is the official emblem of Libya's capital, Tripoli.

Design

The seal's design consist of a golden ship which represent the importance of the city as a port.

Old Design

Old Seal of Tripoli

Before 2011 the seal's design consisted of a ship whose sails are representative of Muammar Gaddafi's The Green Book. The waves are those of the Mediterranean sea and the castle in the background is the Assaraya al Hamraa (Red Castle).

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