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2240
$460.00

INDIAN WARS ERA U.S. FLAG. The National flag bearing 38 stars was adopted with the entry of CO. into the Union in August, 1876. It remained the standard American flag until 1889. This example is manufactured of cotton bunting with white linen stars arranged in six rows. It measures approx 54″ x 78″. The flag is attached to the upper half of a 2-pc jointed staff, perhaps ash (the lower joint missing), measuring approx 1-3/8″ diameter by approx 65″, and surmounted by a gilt-plated American eagle. CONDITION: Flag is in fair condition with numerous small holes and tears throughout and fraying at the outer end. Staff is very good. 4-32570 DM118 (75-150)


Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007
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