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  46 STAR ANTIQUE AMERICAN PARADE FLAG WITH A BRILLIANT, ROYAL BLUE CANTON, 1907-1912, OKLAHOMA STATEHOOD, SCATTERED STAR POSITIONING

Available: Sold
Frame Size (H x L): 20.25" x 25.75"
Flag Size (H x L): 12.25" x 17.75"
Description....:
46 STAR ANTIQUE AMERICAN PARADE FLAG WITH A BRILLIANT, ROYAL BLUE CANTON, 1907-1912, OKLAHOMA STATEHOOD, SCATTERED STAR POSITIONING:

46 star American parade flag, printed on cotton. The stars are arranged in a rectilinear fashion, but vary in position on their vertical axis. This adds substantial folk quality to the flag's design. The striking, royal blue canton and scarlet red stripes also lend to its strong visual appeal.

The 46th state, Oklahoma, joined the Union on November 16th, 1907, during Teddy Roosevelt's presidency. Roosevelt had many friends in the Oklahoma Territory from his Rough Rider days, and pushed it through to statehood. The 46 star flag became official on July 4th, 1908 and remained so until July 3rd, 1912. Many 46 star flags were made earlier, however, in great anticipation of the future addition of the state, which had previously been appointed to Native Americans.

Mounting: The solid oak frame has quartersawn graining and a dark varnished surface. It dates to the period between 1890 and 1920. The flag has been hand-stitched to 100% cotton rag mat. Spacers keep the textile away from the glass, which is u.v. protective.

Condition: There are no significant condition issues.
Collector Level: Beginners and Holiday Gift Giving
Flag Type: Parade flag
Star Count: 46
Earliest Date of Origin: 1907
Latest Date of Origin: 1912
State/Affiliation: Oklahoma
War Association:
Price: Please email or call (717) 676-0545 or (717) 502-1281
 

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