Design of the President's Coat of Arms
- Shield features the eight-rayed Philippine sun rayonnant in golden yellow (or)
- Center contains an equilateral triangle in red (gule)
- Overlaid on triangle is the traditional sea lion from Manila's 1596 Coat of Arms, depicted "on guard" with sword and hilt in gold
- Three golden stars (mullets) placed at each angle of the triangle represent the main island groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao
- The entire shield is encircled by a ring (annulet) of golden stars
- Number of stars corresponds to the total provinces of the Republic as of July 4, 1951
- Each star’s point is oriented outward along imaginary radiating center lines
Flag and Colors of the Vice President
- Flag and colors match the President's design
- Entire design placed on a white rectangular field
- Omission of the stars around the shield distinguishes it from the Presidential flag
Formality and Authentication
- Document signed and dated in Manila on July 4, 1951
- Signed by President Elpidio Quirino
- Accompanied by signature of Acting Assistant Executive Secretary Marciano Roque
These provisions establish clear, official specifications for the visual symbols of the highest offices in the Philippine government, ensuring both tradition and evolving representation are respected through precise heraldic elements and color symbolism.