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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47 Star American Flag Silk Embroidered Picture with Roses, New Mexico Statehood

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47 Star American Flag Silk Embroidered Picture with Roses, New Mexico Statehood

Located in Downingtown, PA

The 47-star flag was accurate for thirty-nine days and was never adopted.

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Vintage 1910s American Folk Art Decorative Art

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Silk

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47 Stars, an Extremely Scare Example, Unofficial Star Count

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47 Stars, an Extremely Scare Example, Unofficial Star Count

Located in York County, PA

47 stars, an extremely scarce example, an unofficial count, 1912, New Mexico Statehood. 47 star American national flag.

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Vintage 1910s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

47 STARS, VERY RARE, NEW MEXICO STATEHOOD

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47 STARS, VERY RARE, NEW MEXICO STATEHOOD

Located in York County, PA

47 STARS, VERY RARE, NEW MEXICO STATEHOOD, A HOMEMADE EXAMPLE WITH A LIGHT BLUE CANTON AND EXTRAORDINARY FOLK QUALITIES, 1912: 47 star American National flag, an extremely rare st...

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Early 20th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Patriotic 47-Star American Flag Folding Fan, 1912

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Patriotic 47-Star American Flag Folding Fan, 1912

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Presented is a printed folding fan featuring the 47-star American Flag. Any item printed with a 47 star flag is rare because it represents the addition of New Mexico to the Union in ...

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Vintage 1910s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

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When did the flag have 42 stars?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.