Heart of Midlothian FC, commonly known as Hearts, is a professional football club based in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, competing in the Scottish Premiership (2023), the top division of the Scottish Professional Football League. This unofficial Heart of Midlothian F.C. flag features the team's official logo over a dark maroon background derived from the club's traditional jersey color.
| Flag Proportion: | 3:5 (standard flag ratio) |
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| Flag Format: | Animated GIF (25-frame loop) |
| Flag Usage: | Fan-made / unofficial digital flag |
The Heart of Midlothian Football Club logo pays tribute to the historical and cultural heritage of Edinburgh. At its center is a stylized representation of the famous Heart of Midlothian mosaic, an iconic landmark located outside St. Giles' Cathedral. The mosaic marks the site of the former Old Tolbooth and its entrance, a historic building that was demolished in 1817. Incorporated within the intricate design are the initials "HMFC" and the club's founding year "1874", linking the emblem directly to the club's identity and history. The distinctive heart-shaped motif reflects both the club's name and its deep connection to the city. Overall, the logo symbolizes Heart of Midlothian's heritage, civic roots, and enduring bond with Edinburgh, making it one of the most recognizable emblems in Scottish football.
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| Team name: | Heart of Midlothian Football Club |
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| Team nicknames: | Hearts, The Jam Tarts, The Jambos, The Gorgie Boys |
| Team abbreviations: | HMFC |
| Founded: | 1874 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Ground: | Tynecastle Park |
| Capacity: | 19,852 |
| League: | Scottish Premiership |
| Team Colors: | Maroon and White |
| Championships: | 4 |
| Second places: | 14 |
| Seasons in top division: | 121 |
| Mascot: | Tynie Tigers, Jock the Jambo |
