Trinidad and Tobago’s PM has previously stated that the three Columbus ships on the twin-island nation’s emblem is “substantial in how we see ourselves.”
STEELPAN HISTORY: The iconic Steelpan on the Coat of Arms. (Pic credit: The Government of Trinidad and Tobago -Office of the Prime Minister)U.K. - The Government of Trinidad and Tobago has unveiled its new coat of arms after Christopher Columbus’ ships were replaced by the Steelpan.
The new design features an image of a gold Steelpan and the iconic pan sticks, replacing Christopher Columbus’ three ships – the Niña, Pinta, and Santa Maria.
A bill which allows for the replacement of illustrations was unanimously passed in the House of Representatives on 13 January 2025.
....For now, the former Coat of Arms may be used until 1 January 2026, or such later date as the Minister may prescribe by Order.
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