950 C.M.R. 34.03 – Proportions and Dimensions

(1) Except for the cases noted in 950 CMR 34.03(5), the Standard Proportions given in Figures 4 through 6 in 950 CMR 34.06 must be observed for all authentic Massachusetts flags, whether illustrated or manufactured in cloth, paper, or any other material, regardless of the size of the flags.
(2) The ratios given in Figures 4 through 6 in 950 CMR 34.06 are expressed in terms of A, which corresponds in each case to the width of the flag.
(3) All measurements in Figures 4 through 6 in 950 CMR 34.06 apply to both the obverse and the reverse of the flags in question. (NB: When the obverse of the Flag is seen, the hoist is on the left; when the reverse is seen, it is to the right and F and G should be measured accordingly.)
(4) All measurements apply to the finish size of the flags, exclusive of any heading or sleeve at the hoist and of any fringe.
(5) The Alternate Proportions given in Figures 4 and 5 in 950 CMR 34.06 of these specifications should be used only when it is necessary to manufacture a state or naval and maritime flag in proportions of 2x3 or 4 a x 5 ½ for the sake of uniformity with the other flags with which it will be flown. It is also permissible for the height of the arms in a flag of size 4' x 6' to be 31"(rather than 29" high) so that its manufacture may be based on screens and patterns used for flags of size 4'4"x5'6".
(6) Illustrators and manufacturers are authorized to reproduce the state and naval and maritime flags in any dimensions conforming to the proportions given in Figures 4 and 5 in 950 CMR 34.06. Exact measurements based on these proportions are also given in Figures 4 and 5 in 950 CMR 34.06 for common flag sizes.
(7) A maximum tolerance of plus or minus 2% is allowable on all dimensions given in these specifications.