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Rare 13 Star Civil War Flag in the Trumbull Pattern w/ 36 Stars on the Reverse
Rare 13 Star Civil War Flag in the Trumbull Pattern w/ 36 Stars on the Reverse

Rare 13 Star Civil War Flag in the Trumbull Pattern w/ 36 Stars on the Reverse

Located in York County, PA

The flag was handed down through the family of a Civil War soldier by the name of Grover Hall Dudley.

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, CIVIL WAR, 1861-63, KANSAS STATEHOOD, 2nd KY CAVALRY
34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, CIVIL WAR, 1861-63, KANSAS STATEHOOD, 2nd KY CAVALRY

34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, CIVIL WAR, 1861-63, KANSAS STATEHOOD, 2nd KY CAVALRY

Located in York County, PA

Because production was heaviest during the war’s opening two years, 34 is the most common star count seen on Civil War flags.

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

Ohio State Parade Flag with a Civil War Veterans Overprint
Ohio State Parade Flag with a Civil War Veterans Overprint

Ohio State Parade Flag with a Civil War Veterans Overprint

Located in York County, PA

OHIO STATE FLAG WITH CIVIL WAR VETERANS' OVERPRINT FROM THE GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC POST IN COLUMBUS, MADE IN MOURNING OF THE 1925 PASSING OF NATIONAL G.A.R.

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Vintage 1920s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

33 star Antique American Parade Flag with Stars in a Double Wreath Configuration
33 star Antique American Parade Flag with Stars in a Double Wreath Configuration

33 star Antique American Parade Flag with Stars in a Double Wreath Configuration

Located in York County, PA

33 STARS IN A DOUBLE-WREATH CONFIGURATION, ON AN ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG DATING IMMEDIATELY PRE-CIVIL WAR THROUGH THE WAR'S OPENING YEAR, REFLECTS THE ADDITION OF OREGON TO THE UNION, ...

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Mid-20th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

33 Star Antique American Flag with a Great Star Configuration, ca 1859-1861
33 Star Antique American Flag with a Great Star Configuration, ca 1859-1861

33 Star Antique American Flag with a Great Star Configuration, ca 1859-1861

Located in York County, PA

33 STARS ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG WITH A "GREAT STAR" CONFIGURATION ON A BRILLIANT, INDIGO BLUE CANTON, A RARE AND EXTRAORDINARY EXAMPLE, PRE-CIVIL WAR THROUGH THE WAR'S OPENING YEAR, 1...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Silk

33 Star Flag with Stars in a "Great Star" Pattern, Oregon State, ca 1859-1861
33 Star Flag with Stars in a "Great Star" Pattern, Oregon State, ca 1859-1861

33 Star Flag with Stars in a "Great Star" Pattern, Oregon State, ca 1859-1861

Located in York County, PA

33 STARS IN A "GREAT STAR" PATTER ON A BRILLIANT, ROYAL BLUE CANTON, A RARE AND EXTRAORDINARY EXAMPLE, PRE-CIVIL WAR THROUGH THE WAR'S OPENING YEAR, 1859-1861, OREGON STATEHOOD 33 s...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Silk

36-Star American Printed Parade Flag, Circa 1865-1867
36-Star American Printed Parade Flag, Circa 1865-1867

36-Star American Printed Parade Flag, Circa 1865-1867

$13,500

H 23.74 in W 33.88 in D 1.5 in

36-Star American Printed Parade Flag, Circa 1865-1867

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Flags of the American Civil War period are among the most sought after of all American flags.

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

34-Star American Parade Flag, Commemorating Kansas Statehood, Circa 1861-1863
34-Star American Parade Flag, Commemorating Kansas Statehood, Circa 1861-1863

34-Star American Parade Flag, Commemorating Kansas Statehood, Circa 1861-1863

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Offered is a spectacular 34-star American flag, produced during the Civil War. This flag features 34 printed white stars, on a blue wool blend canton.

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Political and Patriotic Memora...

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Brass

30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Wisconsin Statehood, ca 1848-1850
30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Wisconsin Statehood, ca 1848-1850

30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Wisconsin Statehood, ca 1848-1850

Price Upon Request

H 32.25 in W 43.75 in D 2.5 in

30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Wisconsin Statehood, ca 1848-1850

Located in York County, PA

Flags made prior to the Civil War (1861-1865) are extremely rare, comprising less than one percent of 19th century flags that have survived into the 21st century.

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

36 Star Antique American Flag, Cornflower blue Canton, circa 1864-1867, Nevada
36 Star Antique American Flag, Cornflower blue Canton, circa 1864-1867, Nevada

36 Star Antique American Flag, Cornflower blue Canton, circa 1864-1867, Nevada

Located in York County, PA

Antique American Flag With 36 Stars On A Cornflower Blue Canton, Civil War Era, 1864-1867, Reflects The Addition Of Nevada As The 36th State; A Great Folk Exaple With Haphazard Rows ...

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

34 Star American flag, Updated to 39 Stars, with Stars in a Great Star Pattern
34 Star American flag, Updated to 39 Stars, with Stars in a Great Star Pattern

34 Star American flag, Updated to 39 Stars, with Stars in a Great Star Pattern

Located in York County, PA

Made of cotton, the stars are hand-sewn and double-appliquéd to a fantastic, cornflower blue canton, a color common to Civil War uniforms. The 34 state, Kansas, joined the Union in 1...

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Antique 1870s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

Cast Iron Boot Jack Made for 1864 Presidential Campaign of George McClellan
Cast Iron Boot Jack Made for 1864 Presidential Campaign of George McClellan

Cast Iron Boot Jack Made for 1864 Presidential Campaign of George McClellan

Located in York County, PA

It's not unusual to encounter this feature in civil war campaign parade flags as well as all manner of flag-related ephemera.

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Iron

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Antique 36 Star Civil War Flag, circa 1864
Antique 36 Star Civil War Flag, circa 1864

Antique 36 Star Civil War Flag, circa 1864

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H 25 in W 31 in D 1 in

Antique 36 Star Civil War Flag, circa 1864

Located in Acworth, GA

Authentic antique 36 star civil war flag, circa 1864. Abraham Lincoln was president when this flag was made and used.

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Historical Memorabilia

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Linen

Hand-Sewn 36 Star Civil War Flag, Masterpiece
Hand-Sewn 36 Star Civil War Flag, Masterpiece

Hand-Sewn 36 Star Civil War Flag, Masterpiece

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H 37 in W 50 in D 2 in

Hand-Sewn 36 Star Civil War Flag, Masterpiece

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Acworth, GA

Exceedingly Rare 36 Star Civil War “National Colors” Flag A“Generals Guide” Flag Made by Tiffany & Company.

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silk

34-Star Civil War Flag with “Halo” Star Pattern
34-Star Civil War Flag with “Halo” Star Pattern

34-Star Civil War Flag with “Halo” Star Pattern

Located in Acworth, GA

34 Star Civil War Flag with “Halo” Star Pattern, antique Rare 34 Star Flag from the Civil War.

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Linen

Framed 36 Star American Late Civil War Flag
Framed 36 Star American Late Civil War Flag

Framed 36 Star American Late Civil War Flag

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H 19 in W 28 in D 3 in

Framed 36 Star American Late Civil War Flag

By Betsy Ross

Located in Bedford, NY

Wood framed Division Flag from the end of the Civil War. . Torn and tattered polished cotton- Appears to be used by a military unit, 36 star frag was issued for Nevada's admission...

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Antique 19th Century American Shadow Boxes

Rare 13 Star Civil War Flag with Gold Stars Hand Sewn
Rare 13 Star Civil War Flag with Gold Stars Hand Sewn

Rare 13 Star Civil War Flag with Gold Stars Hand Sewn

Located in Acworth, GA

It has a hand-stitched sleeve hoist. Silk flags during the Civil War were not uncommon they were liked and used because they were not heavy when they got wet with rain.

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Antique 1860s American American Colonial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silk

Authentic Antique 34 Star Flag, Civil War, circa 1861
Authentic Antique 34 Star Flag, Civil War, circa 1861

Authentic Antique 34 Star Flag, Civil War, circa 1861

Located in Acworth, GA

Civil war flags are rare and highly collectable.

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Linen

36 Star Flag, circa 1864
36 Star Flag, circa 1864

36 Star Flag, circa 1864

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H 24 in W 31 in D 1 in

36 Star Flag, circa 1864

Located in Acworth, GA

Civil War flags are fairly rare and highly collectable.

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Political and Patriotic Memora...

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Muslin

Rare Antique 34 Star Flag with Rare Arrangement, circa 1861
Rare Antique 34 Star Flag with Rare Arrangement, circa 1861

Rare Antique 34 Star Flag with Rare Arrangement, circa 1861

Located in Acworth, GA

Very rare antique flag with 34 stars arranged in a rare pattern called a double wreath with large center star to symbolize the entry of the new State into the Union in 1861. 34 Stars...

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Historical Memorabilia

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Linen

Antique 21 Star Flag Hand Sewn, Handmade,
Antique 21 Star Flag Hand Sewn, Handmade,

Antique 21 Star Flag Hand Sewn, Handmade,

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H 18 in W 19 in D 1 in

Antique 21 Star Flag Hand Sewn, Handmade,

Located in Acworth, GA

Probably used as a book mark when reading. Pre-civil war flags are fairly rare. The frame is 19"x18" The flag is 6"x7".

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Antique 1810s American American Colonial Historical Memorabilia

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Silk

Hand-Sewn Apron with Hand-Sewn Stars

Hand-Sewn Apron with Hand-Sewn Stars

Unavailable

H 39 in W 23 in D 4 in

Hand-Sewn Apron with Hand-Sewn Stars

Located in Acworth, GA

Hand cut and sewn patriotic Civil War flag dress with stunning hand sewn stars.

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Linen

18 Star Flag, Civil War Era
18 Star Flag, Civil War Era

18 Star Flag, Civil War Era

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H 39 in W 53 in D 1 in

18 Star Flag, Civil War Era

Located in Acworth, GA

Rare Civil War 18 star flag ~ Called a Secession, or Sympathy flag Very rare, early Civil War handmade 18 Star Flag which is constructed as a hooked rug. 18 Star flags are very rare...

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Antique 1860s American Folk Art Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

Rare 7 Star Civil War Era Flag
Rare 7 Star Civil War Era Flag

Rare 7 Star Civil War Era Flag

Unavailable

H 18 in W 18 in D 1.5 in

Rare 7 Star Civil War Era Flag

Located in Acworth, GA

Early Civil War parade flag with seven stars. The seven signifies the first seven states to seceded from the Union.

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Historical Memorabilia

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Linen

36 Star Civil War Era Flag, circa 1864
36 Star Civil War Era Flag, circa 1864

36 Star Civil War Era Flag, circa 1864

Unavailable

H 26 in W 33 in D 1 in

36 Star Civil War Era Flag, circa 1864

Located in Acworth, GA

Also, this particular flag came from a Civil War Museum that closed down in Dallas Georgia a number of years ago

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Political and Patriotic Memora...

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Cotton

Antique 36 Star Flag, circa 1864
Antique 36 Star Flag, circa 1864

Antique 36 Star Flag, circa 1864

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H 21.5 in W 24.5 in D 1 in

Antique 36 Star Flag, circa 1864

Located in Acworth, GA

Authentic antique 36 Star Civil War era flag, circa 1864. Made of starched linen fabric.

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Antique 1860s American American Classical Historical Memorabilia

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Linen

Spectacular 34 Star Civil War Flag
Spectacular 34 Star Civil War Flag

Spectacular 34 Star Civil War Flag

Located in York County, PA

SPECTACULAR 34 STAR CIVIL WAR FLAG WITH A RARE DIAMOND CONFIGURATION AND AN APPLIED BANNER WITH A STENCILED PATRIOTIC SLOGAN, AMONG THE BEST EXAMPLES I HAVE EVER OWNED, 1861-63 Fr...

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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

HOMEMADE 34-STAR CIVIL WAR FLAG
HOMEMADE 34-STAR CIVIL WAR FLAG

HOMEMADE 34-STAR CIVIL WAR FLAG

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HOMEMADE 34-STAR CIVIL WAR FLAG

Located in York County, PA

SOUTHERN SYMPATHIES OR ENGLISH GLORIFICATION? HOMEMADE 34-STAR CIVIL WAR FLAG WITH ITS STARS ARRANGED IN A COMBINATION OF THE CROSSES OF ST.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

34-Star Civil-War Flag, Celebrating Kansas Statehood, 1861
34-Star Civil-War Flag, Celebrating Kansas Statehood, 1861

34-Star Civil-War Flag, Celebrating Kansas Statehood, 1861

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Offered is a large 34-star flag, produced during the Civil War. This flag features white double-appliqued hand and machine-sewn stars on a blue canton, along with 13 machine-sewn alt...

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Antique 1860s North American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wool

34 Star Civil War Flag Made For Commodore Stephen Decatur
34 Star Civil War Flag Made For Commodore Stephen Decatur

34 Star Civil War Flag Made For Commodore Stephen Decatur

Located in York County, PA

The sewing machine had been mass-marketed by Singer in 1855 and by the outbreak of the Civil War, just 6 years later, was used in the piecing of most stripes on American flags.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

35 Star Silk American Civil War Flag, WV Statehood, circa 1863-1865
35 Star Silk American Civil War Flag, WV Statehood, circa 1863-1865

35 Star Silk American Civil War Flag, WV Statehood, circa 1863-1865

Located in York County, PA

35 Star American Civil War Flag, a Silk Cavalry Guidon with gilt-painted stars in a double wreath arrangement, reflects West Virginia statehood, circa 1863-1865, in an exceptional st...

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Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Silk

35 Star Antique American Civil War Flag, West Virginia Statehood, 1863-65
35 Star Antique American Civil War Flag, West Virginia Statehood, 1863-65

35 Star Antique American Civil War Flag, West Virginia Statehood, 1863-65

Located in York County, PA

This is one of the boldest, wreath pattern, Civil War era designs and is in a rather large and highly desirable size among printed flags.

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20th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Parade Flag
33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Parade Flag

33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Parade Flag

Located in York County, PA

33 STARS, MEDALLION CONFIGURATION, PRE-CIVIL WAR THROUGH WAR PERIOD, 1859-1861: 33 star American national parade flag, printed on coarse, glazed cotton.

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

34 Stars, A Civil War Period Parade Flag On Its Original Staff
34 Stars, A Civil War Period Parade Flag On Its Original Staff

34 Stars, A Civil War Period Parade Flag On Its Original Staff

Located in York County, PA

34 STARS, A CIVIL WAR PERIOD PARADE FLAG ON ITS ORIGINAL WOODEN STAFF, RARE AND WITH EXCEPTIONAL GRAPHIC QUALITIES, KANSAS STATEHOOD, 1861-63: 34 star American national flag, prin...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Civil War Regimental Flag with a Dramatic Wartime Eagle
Civil War Regimental Flag with a Dramatic Wartime Eagle

Civil War Regimental Flag with a Dramatic Wartime Eagle

Located in York County, PA

Civil War regimental flag with a dramatic wartime eagle and patriotic text that reads: "United we stand, divided we fall" hand-gilded and painted on cornflower blue silk, 1861-65 ...

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Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

18 Star, 11 Stripe, Louisiana Secessionist Flag, Civil War Era
18 Star, 11 Stripe, Louisiana Secessionist Flag, Civil War Era

18 Star, 11 Stripe, Louisiana Secessionist Flag, Civil War Era

Located in York County, PA

In summary, this is a highly unusual Civil War flag with desirable Southern sympathy traits and great folk features.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Entirely Hand-sewn 34 Star Flag Of The Civil War Period
Entirely Hand-sewn 34 Star Flag Of The Civil War Period

Entirely Hand-sewn 34 Star Flag Of The Civil War Period

Located in York County, PA

ENTIRELY HAND-SEWN 34 STAR FLAG OF THE CIVIL WAR PERIOD WITH A GREAT EARLY APPEARANCE, A WIDE LINEN SLEEVE, AND A VERY UNUSUAL ARRANGEMENT OF UNCOMMONLY LARGE STARS, 1861-63: 34 s...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

36 Stars, 1864-67, Civil War Era
36 Stars, 1864-67, Civil War Era

36 Stars, 1864-67, Civil War Era

Located in York County, PA

36 STARS, 1864-67, CIVIL WAR ERA, WHIMSICAL STAR PLACEMENT ON A FADED BLUE CANTON: 36 star American national flag, of the Civil War era, with some great graphic qualities.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Through War Period, 1859-1861
33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Through War Period, 1859-1861

33 Stars, Medallion Configuration, Pre-Civil War Through War Period, 1859-1861

Located in York County, PA

33 STARS, MEDALLION CONFIGURATION, PRE-CIVIL WAR THROUGH WAR PERIOD, 1859-1861: 33 star American national parade flag, printed on coarse, glazed cotton.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, CIVIL WAR PERIOD, 1861-63, a RARE STYLE, KANSAS STATEHOOD
34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, CIVIL WAR PERIOD, 1861-63, a RARE STYLE, KANSAS STATEHOOD

34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, CIVIL WAR PERIOD, 1861-63, a RARE STYLE, KANSAS STATEHOOD

Located in York County, PA

Many of my clients prefer early flags to show their age and history of use. This is particularly true of Civil War flags.

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wool, Cotton

48 Stars, A Civil War Veterans Flag
48 Stars, A Civil War Veterans Flag

48 Stars, A Civil War Veterans Flag

Located in York County, PA

48 STARS, A CIVIL WAR VETERANS FLAG, MADE FOR THE 50-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG, WITH A RELATIONSHIP TO THE STORY OF GINNIE WADE: 48 star American parade flag, p...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

34 Star Antique American flag, Kansas Statehood, Civil War Period, ca 1861-1863
34 Star Antique American flag, Kansas Statehood, Civil War Period, ca 1861-1863

34 Star Antique American flag, Kansas Statehood, Civil War Period, ca 1861-1863

Located in York County, PA

34 STAR ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG OF THE CIVIL WAR PERIOD (1861-63), WITH WOVEN STRIPES, PRESS-DYED STARS, AND BEAUTIFUL COLORS, POSSIBLY MADE IN NEW YORK BY THE ANNIN COMPANY, REFLECTS ...

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

34 Star Civil War Period Flag with Unusual Woven Stripes and Press Dyed Stars
34 Star Civil War Period Flag with Unusual Woven Stripes and Press Dyed Stars

34 Star Civil War Period Flag with Unusual Woven Stripes and Press Dyed Stars

Located in York County, PA

34 stars, Civil War period (1861-63), an unusual example with woven stripes and press-dyed stars, possibly made in New York by the Annin Company: 34 star flag, of the Civil War perio...

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

36 Stars, 1864-67, Civil War Era Flag
36 Stars, 1864-67, Civil War Era Flag

36 Stars, 1864-67, Civil War Era Flag

Located in York County, PA

36 STARS, 1864-67, CIVIL WAR ERA, AN UNUSUAL, ELONGATED EXAMPLE WITH BLOOD ORANGE STRIPES AND EXTRA LARGE STARS: 36 star American national flag of the Civil War era, printed on co...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

34 Stars, A Civil War Period Parade Flag
34 Stars, A Civil War Period Parade Flag

34 Stars, A Civil War Period Parade Flag

Located in York County, PA

34 STARS, A CIVIL WAR PERIOD PARADE FLAG WITH SCATTERED STAR POSITIONING, KANSAS STATEHOOD, 1861-63: 34 star American national flag, printed on fine, glazed cotton.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

31 Star Flag, Pre-civil War, California Statehood
31 Star Flag, Pre-civil War, California Statehood

31 Star Flag, Pre-civil War, California Statehood

Located in York County, PA

31 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR (1850-1858), CALIFORNIA STATEHOOD, HALOED MEDALLION CONFIGURATION: 31 star American national flag, printed on cotton, with a medallion configuration of sta...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag
30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag

30 Star, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag

Located in York County, PA

Flags made prior to the Civil War are rare, comprising less than one percent of 19th century flags that survive in the 21st century.

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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

35 Stars, 1863-65, Civil War Period Flag
35 Stars, 1863-65, Civil War Period Flag

35 Stars, 1863-65, Civil War Period Flag

Located in York County, PA

This is one of the boldest, wreath pattern, Civil War era designs and is in a rather large and highly desirable size among printed flags.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

29 Star, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War American Flag
29 Star, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War American Flag

29 Star, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War American Flag

Located in York County, PA

Flags made prior to the Civil War comprise less than one percent of 19th century flags that have survived into the 21st century.

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Antique 1840s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

21-Star American Flag, Civil War Era, Antique Exclusionary Flag, circa 1861
21-Star American Flag, Civil War Era, Antique Exclusionary Flag, circa 1861

21-Star American Flag, Civil War Era, Antique Exclusionary Flag, circa 1861

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

However, this unique flag dates to the 1860s, just at the beginning of the Civil War.

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Linen

36 Stars on a Civil War Era Parade Flag
36 Stars on a Civil War Era Parade Flag

36 Stars on a Civil War Era Parade Flag

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36 Stars on a Civil War Era Parade Flag

Located in York County, PA

36 STARS ON A CIVIL WAR ERA PARADE FLAG, 1864-67, NEVADA STATEHOOD: 36 star American national flag of the Civil War era, printed on coarse, glazed cotton.

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Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

36-Star “Political Campaign” Civil War Era American Flag
36-Star “Political Campaign” Civil War Era American Flag

36-Star “Political Campaign” Civil War Era American Flag

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

This is a 36-star, Civil War era, political campaign flag – known as a “flag waver”.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

36 Star American Flag, Civil War Era, Nevada Statehood
36 Star American Flag, Civil War Era, Nevada Statehood

36 Star American Flag, Civil War Era, Nevada Statehood

Located in York County, PA

36 Stars In The "Great Star" Or "Great Luminary" Pattern On A Civil War Era Flag With A Dusty Blue Canton And A Section Of One Stripe Souvenired, 1864-67, Nevada Statehood 36 star...

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wool

34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, 1861-63, CIVIL WAR PERIOD
34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, 1861-63, CIVIL WAR PERIOD

34 STAR AMERICAN FLAG, 1861-63, CIVIL WAR PERIOD

Located in York County, PA

Private use of the flag by ordinary citizens had not been popular before the Civil War, so its use was not yet widespread.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

32-Star Pre-Civil War American Flag, circa 1858
32-Star Pre-Civil War American Flag, circa 1858

32-Star Pre-Civil War American Flag, circa 1858

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H 53.25 in W 87.5 in D 3.5 in

32-Star Pre-Civil War American Flag, circa 1858

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Additionally, the flag is rare due to the fact that prior to the Civil War display of the stars and stripes was at a low-point for the country.

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Antique Mid-19th Century North American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Lincoln And Johnson Civil War Period Campaign Parade Flag
Lincoln And Johnson Civil War Period Campaign Parade Flag

Lincoln And Johnson Civil War Period Campaign Parade Flag

Located in York County, PA

CIVIL WAR PERIOD CAMPAIGN PARADE FLAG MADE FOR THE 1864 PRESIDENTIAL RUN OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN & ANDREW JOHNSON, WITH ENDEARING WEAR FROM OBVIOUS LONG-TERM USE, 34 STARS IN A GREAT-STAR...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

34 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Civil War Period Flag
34 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Civil War Period Flag

34 Stars, Entirely Hand-Sewn, Civil War Period Flag

Located in York County, PA

34 STARS, AN ENTIRELY HAND-SEWN CIVIL WAR PERIOD FLAG IN AN EXTRAORDINARY SMALL SIZE FOR THE PERIOD, 1861-63, KANSAS STATEHOOD: 34 star American national flag of the Civil War per...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

34 Star, Printed Silk, Civil War Period American Flag
34 Star, Printed Silk, Civil War Period American Flag

34 Star, Printed Silk, Civil War Period American Flag

Located in York County, PA

34 stars on an antique american flag, printed on silk, with "Dancing" or "Tumbling" orientation, civil war period, 1861-1863, reflects the addition of kansas to the union as a free s...

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Silk

36 Star Homemade Flag of the Civil War Era
36 Star Homemade Flag of the Civil War Era

36 Star Homemade Flag of the Civil War Era

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H 60.75 in W 88.25 in D 2.5 in

36 Star Homemade Flag of the Civil War Era

Located in York County, PA

36 STARS, A HOMEMADE FLAG OF THE CIVIL WAR ERA WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL RANDOM STAR PATTERN AND GREAT DISPARITY BETWEEN THE WIDTH OF THE RED AND WHITE STRIPES, NEVADA STATEHOOD, 1864-67: ...

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Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

33 Star American Flag Pen Wipe
33 Star American Flag Pen Wipe

33 Star American Flag Pen Wipe

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33 Star American Flag Pen Wipe

Located in York County, PA

This event marked the beginning of the Civil War and a 33 star flag was flying at Ft. Sumter during the attack.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag
29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag

29 Stars, Iowa Statehood, Pre-Civil War, Medallion Configuration Flag

Located in York County, PA

Flags made prior to the Civil War comprise less than one percent of 19th century flags that have survived into the 21st century.

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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

36-Star Antique Parade Flag of the Civil War Era
36-Star Antique Parade Flag of the Civil War Era

36-Star Antique Parade Flag of the Civil War Era

Located in York County, PA

36 STAR ANTIQUE AMERICAN PARADE FLAG OF THE CIVIL WAR ERA, IN AN ESPECIALLY LARGE SCALE AND WITH BOLD COLOR, 1864-67, NEVADA STATEHOOD: 36 star American national flag of the Civil...

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Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

13-Star Civil War Parade Flag Waver, Printed on Muslin
13-Star Civil War Parade Flag Waver, Printed on Muslin

13-Star Civil War Parade Flag Waver, Printed on Muslin

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

This is a vintage thirteen-star parade flag, made to celebrate the end of the Civil War.

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Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Muslin

34 Star Civil War Recruiting Flag Made Under Military Contract
34 Star Civil War Recruiting Flag Made Under Military Contract

34 Star Civil War Recruiting Flag Made Under Military Contract

Located in York County, PA

34 star Civil War recruiting flag made under military contract by James Sebring in New York City, 1861 or 1862. 34 star American national flag with rare maker’s mark.

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Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

13 Stars, 1861-1876 (Civil War-Centennial), Medallion Pattern Flag
13 Stars, 1861-1876 (Civil War-Centennial), Medallion Pattern Flag

13 Stars, 1861-1876 (Civil War-Centennial), Medallion Pattern Flag

Located in York County, PA

I have found these flags with other Civil War era examples and production of this variety seems to have begun sometime within the 1861-1865 period.

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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

34 Star Flag, Civil War Period, 1861-63, Kansas Statehood
34 Star Flag, Civil War Period, 1861-63, Kansas Statehood

34 Star Flag, Civil War Period, 1861-63, Kansas Statehood

Located in York County, PA

34 star American national flag of the Civil War period, with superb construction and in a remarkable state of preservation.

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Pre-Civil War Era
30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Pre-Civil War Era

30 Star Antique American Parade Flag, Pre-Civil War Era

Located in York County, PA

Flags made prior to the Civil War are rare, comprising less than one percent of 19th century flags that survive in the 21st century.

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

An American Folk Art Masterpiece: Civil War Period American Flag
An American Folk Art Masterpiece: Civil War Period American Flag

An American Folk Art Masterpiece: Civil War Period American Flag

Located in York County, PA

AN AMERICAN FOLK ART MASTERPIECE: CIVIL WAR PERIOD AMERICAN FLAG QUILT WITH AN EAGLE PERCHED ON A GLOBE AMIDST 34 STARS, 1861-63: This exceptional patriotic American flag quilt f...

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Rare Civil War Period Federal Standard Style Flank Guidon Flag
Rare Civil War Period Federal Standard Style Flank Guidon Flag

Rare Civil War Period Federal Standard Style Flank Guidon Flag

Located in York County, PA

State and local militia groups that existed pre-war had their own flags that could either be carried as-is, or retired so that new flags could be produced for Civil War service.

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Antique 1860s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Grand 19th Century English Marine Painting in Stunning Light
Grand 19th Century English Marine Painting in Stunning Light

Grand 19th Century English Marine Painting in Stunning Light

By John Wilson Ewbank

Located in London, GB

John Wilson Ewbank (1799 - 1847) Shipping in the Harbour, South Shields Oil on canvas 39.5 x 58 inches unframed 47.75 x 66.5 inches framed Provenance: Christie's October 2002; L...

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19th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor
Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

$188,500

H 51.25 in W 25.75 in D 22.63 in

Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exquisite Tetsusabiji Uchidashi Gomai Dou Gusoku (Five-Plate Russet Iron Embossed Cuirass Armor), crafted in the 18th century, exemplifies the pinnacle of Edo-period samurai arm...

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Antique 18th Century Asian Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Copper, Iron

Carved and Painted Wooden Eagle with Shield in the style of John Haley Bellamy
Carved and Painted Wooden Eagle with Shield in the style of John Haley Bellamy

Carved and Painted Wooden Eagle with Shield in the style of John Haley Bellamy

Located in Savannah, GA

In all original untouched condition including weathered paint, this wonderful Folk Art wall plaque speaks for itself. Substantial size. It looks to be made to be mounted on a ledge, ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Federal Political and Patriotic Memora...

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Wood

Large Framed American Flag Folk Art Quilt
Large Framed American Flag Folk Art Quilt

Large Framed American Flag Folk Art Quilt

$8,500

H 51 in W 79 in D 2.5 in

Large Framed American Flag Folk Art Quilt

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Nicely faded American flag quilt. Excellent hand stitched dancing Folk Art stars. Skilled quilting, a nice graphic large-scale wall hanging. White stripes have faint blue and white c...

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Early 20th Century North American Folk Art Political and Patriotic Memor...

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Cotton

Antique American Flag w/ Hand-Written Inscriptions Mourning the Death of FDR
Antique American Flag w/ Hand-Written Inscriptions Mourning the Death of FDR

Antique American Flag w/ Hand-Written Inscriptions Mourning the Death of FDR

Located in York County, PA

48 STARS ON ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG WITH HAND-WRITTEN INSCRIPTIONS AND AN EMBROIDERED DATE OF APRIL 12TH, 1945, MOURNING THE DEATH OF PRESIDENT FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT: American na...

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Vintage 1940s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

13 Star Woven Silk Ribbon, ca 1876-1910
13 Star Woven Silk Ribbon, ca 1876-1910

13 Star Woven Silk Ribbon, ca 1876-1910

Located in York County, PA

13 STAR RIBBON, WOVEN SILK, circa 1876-1910 13 star antique American flag ribbon, made of woven silk, of the type encountered in military, political, and fraternal badges and ribbon...

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Antique 1870s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Silk

"Rally Freemen!..." Civil War Recruitment Broadside
"Rally Freemen!..." Civil War Recruitment Broadside

"Rally Freemen!..." Civil War Recruitment Broadside

Located in York County, PA

"RALLY FREEMEN! …COME ONE! COME ALL! AND SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR THE BEST COUNTRY ON THE FACE OF THE EARTH." A CIVIL WAR RECRUITMENT BROADSIDE FOR THE UNION LEAGUE OF PHILADELPHIA, COMPAN...

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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Paper

Eisenhower's 1952 Portrait Style Presidential Campaign Kerchief
Eisenhower's 1952 Portrait Style Presidential Campaign Kerchief

Eisenhower's 1952 Portrait Style Presidential Campaign Kerchief

Located in York County, PA

PORTRAIT STYLE KERCHIEF FROM THE 1952 PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN OF REPUBLICAN IKE EISENHOWER, FORMER SUPREME COMMANDER OF ALLIED FORCES IN EUROPE DURING WWII (NATO) Printed cotton kerch...

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Vintage 1950s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

Souvenir of the War 1914-15-16-17-18 Banner
Souvenir of the War 1914-15-16-17-18 Banner

Souvenir of the War 1914-15-16-17-18 Banner

$2,500

H 24.25 in W 24.25 in D 2.25 in

Souvenir of the War 1914-15-16-17-18 Banner

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Presented is a stunning textile banner from the first World War, dating to 1918. The square tan cotton cloth is embroidered with two crossed flags, the Royal Indian Marine Ensign and...

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Vintage 1910s Australian Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

The Last Civil War Veteran limited edition signed mixed media silkscreen collage
The Last Civil War Veteran limited edition signed mixed media silkscreen collage

The Last Civil War Veteran limited edition signed mixed media silkscreen collage

By Larry Rivers

Located in New York, NY

Larry Rivers The Last Civil War Veteran, 1970 Silkscreen and mixed media collage on paper 29 × 19 3/4 inches Hand signed and numbered 55/100 in graphite pencil lower front Provenance...

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1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Mixed Media, Laid Paper, Pencil, Graphite, Screen

Continental Austrian Bronze Lion Head Sword with Scabbard
Continental Austrian Bronze Lion Head Sword with Scabbard

Continental Austrian Bronze Lion Head Sword with Scabbard

Located in Queens, NY

Continental Austrian-style (19th Century) bronze sword with lion head and pearl handle with double eagle head coat of arms. Condition: Good; Minor losses

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Bronze

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Civil War Flags For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of civil war flags available for sale. The range of distinct civil war flags — often made from fabric, cotton and silk — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of civil war flags available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century.

How Much are Civil War Flags?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,850, while they’re typically $595 on the low end and $11,090 highest priced.

Finding the Right Political And Patriotic Memorabilia for You

Memorabilia from historical events hold endless value, with every piece telling a story. Antique and vintage political and patriotic memorabilia express pride and heritage and include campaign posters, banners and recruitment advertisements.

World War II posters bring history to life. They celebrate the heroes who fought for their country, as do buttons, flags and banners from this era. Beyond the initial goals of political campaign memorabilia — which served to prominently position candidates in front of voters and amplify a candidate’s platform — vintage campaign prints, posters, buttons and more are interesting relics of another time and place. And like a lot of folk art, these items are imbued with narrative and make for colorful and meaningful additions to shelves and walls.

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The range of these works on 1stDibs includes European and American campaign buttons, textiles and flags (and other works in fabric), uniforms and hats. Each piece of antique and vintage political and patriotic memorabilia is a slice of history, making for a unique gift or collector’s item.

Questions About Civil War Flags
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    During World War II, the American flag was the 48-star flag used from 1912 (incorporation of New Mexico and Arizona) to 1959 (incorporation of Alaska). The rows and columns of stars were arranged in a regular pattern, unlike the offset rows of the modern American flag. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique American flags from some of the world’s top sellers.