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13 Hand-Sewn Stars in a Beautiful Medallion Configuration on a Small-Scale Flag

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- DimensionsHeight: 50.5 in (128.27 cm)Width: 72.5 in (184.15 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture1876
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- Seller LocationYork County, PA
- Reference NumberSeller: 13j-13421stDibs: LU84975202593
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