The emblem of South Korea was approved in 1963 , consists of a traditionally Korean symbol, which is also present on the national flag, surrounded by five stylized petals and a ribbon with the inscription "Republic of Korea" (대한민국), the official name of the country in Hangul . Yin and Yang represent peace and harmony. These five petals matter and are associated with the national flower of Korea ( Hibiscus syriacus or Rosa Sharon).
Emblem of the Republic of Korea, 1948-1963
Coat of arms of the President of the Republic, with the image of a phoenix .
Emblem of the Prime Minister.
The emblem of the National Assembly, with Hangul for the national assembly . (국회).
| Emblem of the Republic of Korea | |
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 1963-1997 | |
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| Approved by | 1963 |