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When did the flag have 42 stars?

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When did the flag have 42 stars?
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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42 Hand Sewn Stars on An Antique American Flag ca 1889-1890
Located in York County, PA
beautiful coloration. The 42 star flag is interesting from a historical perspective, both because 42 was
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Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wool

42-Star 7th Cavalry Regiment Parade Guidon, Printed "7A", Circa 1889-1890
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
interesting from a historical perspective, because 42 was never an official star count. 42-star flags were
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Antique 1880s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

42 Stars in a Whimsical Medallion Configuration, ca 1889-1890
Located in York County, PA
WASHINGTON STATE, circa 1889-1890 42 star American parade flag, printed on cotton, with an exceptionally
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Antique 1890s North American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

Exceptional American Flag, 38 Stars in 3 Sizes in a Fantastic, Unusual Medallion
Located in York County, PA
-1889: 38 star American national flag with its stars arranged in a configuration that falls among the
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Antique Late 19th Century North American Political and Patriotic Memorab...

Materials

Wool

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