Before the 1917 revolution, red and white were the colours used by socialists. Here's what the CCCP flag would look like if it kept to this tradition.
from /r/vexillology Top comment: Not exactly earth-shattering, but i think it's an interesting change nonetheless. Before the soviet union gold was usually avoided in socialist flags because it was seen as representing wealth and capitalism. what do you guys think, does it look better with white or gold? i'm not really sure personally.











