CIVIL WAR ERA 13 STAR FLAG IDENTIFIED TO “BOSS TWEED”.

CIVIL WAR ERA 13 STAR FLAG IDENTIFIED TO “BOSS TWEED”. This flag, like flag offered in previous lot, is the same manufacturer and about the same size, being 35-1/2″ x 58″. This flag has seen lots more use than flag in earlier lot. This flag has Tweed’s name written or stenciled five times and stenciled in large 1″ letters in center of hoist on this example. This flag also dates from the Civil War era when Boss Tweed was gaining popularity among his constituents in New York. D.N. Jackson’s name also occurs very lightly written on hoist of this flag. His association with Boss Tweed and the use of this flag will require more research or guess work. Regardless of history, this is a wonderful example of a Civil War era 13 star American flag with great aesthetics and a wonderful displayable size. CONDITION: Flag is good to very good overall, blue color is good, red is a bit faded and has bled and stained white stripes. There are numerous small holes, tears and separations from use and insect damage, but solid and intact overall. 4-46546 JS65 (6,000-8,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2099	$4,600.00	CIVIL WAR ERA 13 STAR FLAG IDENTIFIED TO “BOSS TWEED”. This flag, like flag offered in previous lot, is the same manufacturer and about the same size, being 35-1/2″ x 58″. This flag has seen lots more use than flag in earlier lot. This flag has Tweed’s name written or stenciled five times and stenciled in large 1″ letters in center of hoist on this example. This flag also dates from the Civil War era when Boss Tweed was gaining popularity among his constituents in New York. D.N. Jackson’s name also occurs very lightly written on hoist of this flag. His association with Boss Tweed and the use of this flag will require more research or guess work. Regardless of history, this is a wonderful example of a Civil War era 13 star American flag with great aesthetics and a wonderful displayable size. CONDITION: Flag is good to very good overall, blue color is good, red is a bit faded and has bled and stained white stripes. There are numerous small holes, tears and separations from use and insect damage, but solid and intact overall. 4-46546 JS65 (6,000-8,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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