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13 STARS, MEDALLION PATTERN, 1876 CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION |
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| Frame Size (H x L): |
12.25" x 8.5" |
| Flag Size (H x L): |
2.5" x 4" on 7.5" staff |
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13 STARS, MEDALLION PATTERN, 1876 CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION:
13 star American national parade flag, printed on coarse, glazed cotton and affixed to its original staff. Made to celebrate our nation's centennial of Independence in 1876, the flag has a medallion pattern canton that consists of a large center star, surrounded by a wreath of eight stars, with a flanking star in each corner. This was a popular centennial design.
The staff of this particular example has been tapered so that it would fit into a toy, or into the hand of a doll or a carved figure, or some other object.
The most common size of these 13 star medallion pattern centennial parade flags was two by three inches on a six-inch staff. At two-and-a-half by four inches, this size is slightly larger and significantly scarcer.
13 star flags have been flown throughout our nation’s history for a variety of purposes. They were hoisted at patriotic events, including Lafayette’s visit in 1825-26, the celebration of the nation's centennial in 1876, and the sesquicentennial in 1926. They were displayed during the Civil War, to reference past struggles for American liberty and victory over oppression, and were used by 19th century politicians while campaigning for the same reason. The U.S. Navy used the 13 star count on small boats until 1916, because it was easier to discern fewer stars at a distance on a small flag. Commercial flag-makers mirrored this practice and some private ships flew 13 star flags during the same period as the Navy. The use of yachting ensigns with a wreath of 13 stars surrounding an fouled anchor, which allowed pleasure boats to bypass customs between 1848 and 1980, persists today without an official purpose.
Mounting: The solid walnut molding dates to the period between 1870 and the 1890's, has a single, gold line of fluting down the center and is framed by an ebonized outer edge and inner lip. The flag has been hand-stitched to 100% hemp fabric. Spacers keep the textile away from the glazing, which is U.V. protective glass.
Condition: There is minor fading. |
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| Collector Level: |
Beginners and Holiday Gift Giving |
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| Flag Type: |
Parade flag |
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| Star Count: |
13 |
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| Earliest Date of Origin: |
1876 |
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| Latest Date of Origin: |
1876 |
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| State/Affiliation: |
13 Original Colonies |
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| War Association: |
1866-1890 Indian Wars |
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| Price: |
SOLD |
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