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  46 STARS ON A BRILLIANT, ROYAL BLUE CANTON, 1907-1912, OKLAHOMA STATEHOOD, SCATTERED STAR POSITIONING

Available: Sold
Frame Size (H x L): 20.5" x 25.75"
Flag Size (H x L): 12" x 17.75"
Description....:
46 STARS ON A BRILLIANT, ROYAL BLUE CANTON, 1907-1912, OKLAHOMA STATEHOOD, SCATTERED STAR POSITIONING:

46 star antique 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 veneered mahogany molding retains its original gilded liner and dates to the period between 1870 and 1890. The flag has been hand-stitched to 100% cotton, black in color, which has been washed to reduce excess dye. An acid-free agent was added to the wash to further set the dye, which was heat-treated for the same purpose. Spacers keep the textile away from the glazing, which is U.V. protective glass.

Condition: The colors are strong and bright. There is very minor foxing, primarily in a vertical line just left of the fly end, but there are no serious 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: SOLD
 

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