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What do the nautical flags mean?
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There are 26 square nautical flags, with each design representing a letter of the alphabet, as well as 10 numbered pendants, and signal pendants. These flags are used to communicate with other vessels at sea.
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Nautical Flag From Power Squadron
Located in Norwell, MA
U.S. Power Squadron flag on wood pole fitted to a custom shadow box frame. The power squadron is an
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Nautical Objects
Materials
Linen
Framed Nautical Flag by Dettra
Located in Norwell, MA
Linen maritime flag with sturdy canvas hoist and stitched panels of yellow and blue. The hoist is
Category
Vintage 1940s North American Nautical Objects
Materials
Linen
Framed Nautical Flag by Dettra
Located in Norwell, MA
Linen maritime flag with sturdy canvas hoist and stitched panels of yellow and red. The hoist is
Category
Vintage 1940s North American Nautical Objects
Materials
Cotton
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Red Silk Twill Nautical Flag Printed Miami Beach Collectio
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Red Silk Twill Nautical Flag Printed Miami Beach Collection Shirt
Category
1990s Italian Blouses
Set of Four Mcm "TGIF / Nautical Flags" Highball Glasses by Cera
By Cera
Located in San Diego, CA
Great set of four MCM "TGIF / Nautical Flag" highball glasses by Cera, circa 1980s. The glasses are
Category
Late 20th Century American Barware
Materials
Glass
$360 Sale Price / set
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Framed Nautical Flag by Dettra
Located in Norwell, MA
Linen maritime flag with sturdy canvas hoist and stitched panels of yellow and blue. The hoist is
Category
Vintage 1940s North American Models and Miniatures
Materials
Cotton
$499 / item