Rare 42 Star American Flag. Circa 1890. Known As The "243 Day Flag,"
Winning Bid $545.00
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Location: BRG - Raleigh (Cary)
Item #: 118769
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Item Description
Rare 42 star American flag. Circa 1890. Known as the "243 day flag," Stenciled linen professionally framed behind glass in a contemporary blue frame. This "unofficial" American flag was used for 243 days when the United States had 42 states. However, one day before Washington State's star would have become official, on July 3, 1890, Idaho entered the Union as the 43rd state. Consequently, the 42 star flag representing Washington Statehood never became official.
In overall good condition with expected signs of use including some toning and soiling to linen. A fantastic piece of Americana!
Overall 19 1/2" h. x 29" w.; ss: 13 1/2" h. x 22 1/2" w.
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