Coat of arms of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Coat of arms of Bosnia and Herzegovina
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The banner of arms, which serves as national flag
Armiger	Bosnia and Herzegovina
Adopted	18 May 1998
Shield	Per bend: 1st Or, 2nd Azure seven mullets in bend Argent

The coat of arms of Bosnia and Herzegovina was adopted in 1998, replacing the previous design that had been in use since 1992 when Bosnia and Herzegovina gained independence. It follows the design of the national flag. The three-pointed shield is used to symbolize the three major ethnic groups of Bosnia, as well as allude to the shape of the country.