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  ONE-OF-A-KIND AMONG KNOWN EXAMPLES: 36 STAR PARADE FLAG WITH A MEDALLION CONFIGURATION THAT HAS A HUGE, HALOED CENTER STAR, ONE STAR FLANKING IN EACH OF THREE CORNERS, AND A TRIO OF STARS IN ONE CORNER, CIVIL WAR ERA, NEVADA STATEHOOD, 1864-67:

Available: Sold
Frame Size (H x L): 33" x 48.25"
Flag Size (H x L): 21" x 36.25"
Description....:
ONE-OF-A-KIND AMONG KNOWN EXAMPLES: 36 STAR PARADE FLAG WITH A MEDALLION CONFIGURATION THAT HAS A HUGE, HALOED CENTER STAR, ONE STAR FLANKING IN EACH OF THREE CORNERS, AND A TRIO OF STARS IN ONE CORNER, CIVIL WAR ERA, NEVADA STATEHOOD, 1864-67:

This highly unusual Civil War era parade flag, printed on cotton, presently represents the sole surviving example in this exact style. Its 36 stars are arranged in a beautiful, circular medallion, the most striking feature of which is the huge, haloed center star, which is surrounded by two consecutive wreaths of smaller stars. The most rare feature, however, is the unusual trio of stars, in an even smaller size, that lay outside the primary pattern. These were placed in a triangle in the upper hoist-end corner of the canton. Medallion patterns typically have a single star flanking in each corner, as can be seen in the other three corners of the union of this flag. Larger numbers of stars in one or more corners is a very rare trait, however, and much-desired by flag collectors and enthusiasts.

This is a rather large parade flag; particularly among those with unusual star configurations. The combined visual effect of the circular medallion, plus the large center star and its linear halo, plus the unbalanced trio of stars in one corner, results in a striking image, especially when placed on this bold scale. The subdued blue-green and burnt orange colors provide even more appeal, as does the soiling, fading, and wear that the flag experienced during obvious long-term use.

The 36th state, Nevada, entered the Union during the Civil War on October 31st, 1864. The last Confederate general surrendered on May 26th, 1865. The 36 star flag became official on July 4th of that year, but makers of printed flags would have begun adding a 36th star to their flags in 1864, even before the addition of the new state occurred. Lincoln pushed Nevada through just 8 days before the November election to increase his support. While the population of the state was quite small, it was a free state and its political alignment was generally Republican. The 36 star flag was replaced by the 37 star flag in 1867, with the addition of Nebraska.

Mounting: The flag is stitched to black 100% cotton, black in color, which was washed to reduce excess dye. An acid-free agent was added to the wash to further set the dye and the fabric was heat-treated for the same purpose. The flag was then placed in a black-painted, hand-gilded and distressed, contemporary Italian molding. The front is U.V. protective acrylic.

Condition: There is moderate to significant fabric loss throughout, accompanied by minor fading, moderate dye loss and soiling. The presentation is wonderful for a war era flag, which is why many of my clients actually prefer early flags to show their age and history of use.
Collector Level: Flags for the truest Patriots. My best offerings
Flag Type: Parade flag
Star Count: 36
Earliest Date of Origin: 1864
Latest Date of Origin: 1867
State/Affiliation: Nevada
War Association:
Price: SOLD
 

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