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When did the flag have 42 stars?
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American flags had 42 stars for a very brief period of time following the official statehood of Washington on November 11, 1889. When Idaho became a state on July 3, 1890, the flag had 43 stars. Only a small number of manufacturers produced flags with only 42 stars. You'll find a selection of antique American flags on 1stDibs.
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Rare Monumental 1890 Antique 42 Star United States of America Flag
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental fifteen foot 42 star American flag, circa 1889-1890.
The 42-star flag is rare because
Category
Antique 1890s American Classical Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
42 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Ca 1889-1890
Located in York County, PA
42 STARS ON AN ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG WITH SCATTERED STAR POSITIONING, REFLECTS THE ADDITION OF
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
43 Star Antique Silk American Flag, Idaho Statehood, ca 1890
Located in York County, PA
not have been guessed.
In stark contrast, 42 star flags are common. These reflect the four new states
Category
Antique 1890s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Silk
36-Star Printed American Flag, Rare Haloed Star Medallion, Circa 1865
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This 36-star flag has stars arranged in a gorgeous and highly desirable medallion pattern. This
Category
Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Fabric
41 Stars In a Lineal Pattern With Offset Stars, Montana Statehood American Flag
Located in York County, PA
, flags with the 42 star count are common. These reflect the four new states that arrived in that week-and
Category
Antique 1880s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
34 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Kansas Statehood, ca 1861-1863
Located in York County, PA
CENTER STAR; CIVIL WAR PERIOD, KANSAS STATEHOOD, 1861-1863
34 star American national parade flag
Category
Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
