Flag of the national capital Amsterdam Netherlands - Color Changing Coffee Mug

The 'Flag of the National Capital Amsterdam, Netherlands' is a heraldic banner that symbolizes the city of Amsterdam, which serves as the capital city of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. This flag features three equal horizontal stripes in the colors red, white, and blue, with a black canon or cannonball centrally placed on the white stripe. The flag's design incorporates elements from both the Dutch national flag (known as the Dutch tricolor) and the coat of arms of Amsterdam. The three horizontal stripes represent the national colors of the Netherlands, while the black canon or cannonball is an emblematic representation of Amsterdam's history as a city that resisted Spanish rule during the Eighty Years' War (1568-1648). The use of the flag by the city of Amsterdam is a symbolic representation of its unique status within the Netherlands and pays tribute to its rich historical background. The flag serves various purposes, such as official city functions, ceremonies, and celebrations, promoting pride in the city's heritage and identity among its residents and visitors alike.