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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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Shop for 42 Star Flag on 1stDibs
42 Stars in a Whimsical Medallion Configuration, ca 1889-1890
Located in York County, PA
Flag production was a competitive industry and no one wanted to be making 38 star flags, for example, when their competitors were making 42’s and there were 42 states.
Category
Antique 1890s North American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
Price Upon Request
Exceptional American Flag, 38 Stars in 3 Sizes in a Fantastic, Unusual Medallion
Located in York County, PA
It is of interest to note that there is also a 42 star variety of commercially printed flag, closely related to one of the three 38 star varieties described above, that features 4 sm...
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Antique Late 19th Century North American Political and Patriotic Memorab...
Materials
Silk
