26 STAR “GREAT STAR” AMERICAN FLAG.

26 STAR “GREAT STAR” AMERICAN FLAG. This 25-1/5″ x 35″ wool bunting and cotton flag was official between 1837 and 1845. The 26 star represents the 26th state, which is Michigan which became a state January 26, 1837. This was the official flag for Presidents Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler and James K. Polk. The design of this canton is unique and rarely seen. This flag is totally hand sewn with a 2″ hoist which has had 4 small brass eyelets inserted. Cotton stars are double applique as can be seen in photos. There is damage and reductions along hoist at edges. There are scattered holes and separations with some contemporary silk embroidered repairs which appear contemporary to use of flag. There is a name penned on hoist which appears to read “Crichton”. You are bidding on a beautiful early American flag with spectacular canton and bright, vibrant colors throughout that would mount beautifully. CONDITION: Hoist has several tears, as can be seen in photos, where hoist attaches to flag. Hoist is about 25% unattached in areas to body of flag. Canton overall is very good with only scattered holes in the field. Stripes have numerous small holes and repairs, as can be seen in photographs. 4-37679 JS20 (4,000-8,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2009

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
	2392G	$13,225.00	26 STAR “GREAT STAR” AMERICAN FLAG. This 25-1/5″ x 35″ wool bunting and cotton flag was official between 1837 and 1845. The 26 star represents the 26th state, which is Michigan which became a state January 26, 1837. This was the official flag for Presidents Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler and James K. Polk. The design of this canton is unique and rarely seen. This flag is totally hand sewn with a 2″ hoist which has had 4 small brass eyelets inserted. Cotton stars are double applique as can be seen in photos. There is damage and reductions along hoist at edges. There are scattered holes and separations with some contemporary silk embroidered repairs which appear contemporary to use of flag. There is a name penned on hoist which appears to read “Crichton”. You are bidding on a beautiful early American flag with spectacular canton and bright, vibrant colors throughout that would mount beautifully. CONDITION: Hoist has several tears, as can be seen in photos, where hoist attaches to flag. Hoist is about 25% unattached in areas to body of flag. Canton overall is very good with only scattered holes in the field. Stripes have numerous small holes and repairs, as can be seen in photographs. 4-37679 JS20 (4,000-8,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2009 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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