Vintage 48-Star American Flag – Sewn Stripes – Embroidered StarsBeautiful older 48-star United States flag featuring individually embroidered stars, sewn red and white stripes, and a reinforced canvas hoist with metal grommets.The 48-star flag was the official U.S. flag from 1912 through 1959, before Alaska and Hawaii were added to the Union.Approximate measurements:
• 57" long
• 31" tallConstruction:
• 48 embroidered stars
• Individually sewn stripes
• Woven cloth construction
• Heavy reinforced canvas hoist
• Metal grommets
• Manufacturer unknown / any original marking is no longer legibleCONDITION:
Authentic vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear throughout. There are scattered stains, discoloration/soiling, small spots and a couple of small holes/areas of fabric loss. The white portions have naturally aged to an off-white/cream tone. Colors remain quite attractive for its age.Please carefully review all photographs, including the close-up condition photos, as they are an important part of the description.The exact fiber content has not been verified. The fabric has a coarse woven appearance consistent with older flag construction, but this listing does not guarantee cotton or linen content.A wonderful display piece for a collection of vintage Americana, historic flags, military memorabilia, or patriotic decor.VINTAGE ITEM NOTE:
Vintage and pre-owned items naturally carry a history. Age-related wear, patina, minor imperfections, and signs of previous use should be expected and are part of their vintage character.We take great care with every item that comes through OctoGremli Trading Co. Items are cleaned and sanitized to the best of our ability using methods appropriate for the item and its materials, while taking care not to damage or alter the original vintage piece.Many of our items are sourced from estates, so we cannot guarantee their previous storage or home environment. Vintage pieces may retain age or storage-related odors from prior environments, including smoke, fireplaces/wood stoves, perfumes, cleaning products, or long-term storage. Odor perception and sensitivity can vary greatly from person to person.Any noticeable condition issues or odors we specifically detect will be disclosed whenever possible. Please review all photos and the description carefully, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.✨ Carefully packed and shipped from OctoGremli Trading Co. — where the weird, wonderful, forgotten, and fabulous get another chance to be loved.
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