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  36 STAR ANTIQUE AMERICAN PARADE FLAG OF THE CIVIL WAR ERA, AN ATTRACTIVE EXAMPLE WITH ENDEARING WEAR, NICE COLORS, AND CANTED STARS, 1864-67, NEVADA STATEHOOD

Available: Sold
Frame Size (H x L): 19.5" x 23"
Flag Size (H x L): 11" x 14.75"
Description....:
36 STAR ANTIQUE AMERICAN PARADE FLAG OF THE CIVIL WAR ERA, AN ATTRACTIVE EXAMPLE WITH ENDEARING WEAR, NICE COLORS, AND CANTED STARS, 1864-67, NEVADA STATEHOOD:

36 star American national flag of the Civil War era, printed on coarse, glazed cotton. 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. Nevada’s wealth in silver was attractive to a nation struggling with the debts of war and increased support for the Republican ticket. The 36 star flag was replaced by the 37 star flag in 1867, following the addition of Nebraska.

Note how the stars, which are arranged in a rectilinear fashion, are canted at a uniform angle in the 11:00 position. This is a unusual feature among surviving printed flags in this star count. Parade flags were generally meant for one day's use at a parade, political event, or rally of some nature, but this flag was obviously flown for an longer period. The degree of fading and soiling throughout, accompanied by minor losses, provide for an endearing appearance that some flag buyers actually prefer.

Mounting: The solid walnut frame dates to the period between 1865 and 1885, has ebonized trim and a gilded liner. The flag has been hand-stitched to 100% cotton twill, black in color, that 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. Spacers keep the textile away from the glazing, which is U.V. protective glass.

Condition: There are losses at three points along the hoist end, where the flag was once tacked to its original wooden staff. There is minor loss along the top edge and at various points within the body of the flag, including within several of the stars and in the center of the 3rd white stripe. There is minor to moderate soiling throughout. Many of my clients prefer early flags to show their age and history of use.
Collector Level: Intermediate-Level Collectors and Special Gifts
Flag Type: Parade flag
Star Count: 36
Earliest Date of Origin: 1864
Latest Date of Origin: 1867
State/Affiliation: Nevada
War Association: 1861-1865 Civil War
Price: SOLD
 

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