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44-Star Antique American Flag, Silk, circa 1890
44-Star Antique American Flag, Silk, circa 1890
44-Star Antique American Flag, Silk, circa 1890

44-Star Antique American Flag, Silk, circa 1890

$ 324.72

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Condition: Printed on silk. Color is vibrant and strong. Printed in blue and red ink. Significant vertical runs in the fabric, with separation of fly edge. Stain affecting 4 stars in the canton. Yellowing to white silk, due to time and age. Machine-stitched on top and bottom edge in white thread in a running stitch.
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Material: Silk
  • Year: circa 1890
  • Dimensions: 24" H x 29 3/4" W

    Description

    Presented is a 44-Star American flag printed on silk. The flag celebrates the addition of Wyoming to the Union. The 44 stars are arranged in 6 rows of 8-7-7-7-7-8 stars. The stars are whimsically placed on the canton, with the stars pointing in different directions. The design is completed with 13 alternating red and white stripes, to represent the original 13 states.
    By the last quarter of the 19th century, flag designs were constantly changing, as a result of the number of states rapidly rising from 38 states in November 1889 to 44 states by July 1890. This flag was probably created in 1890 to celebrate the addition of Wyoming to the Union, during the time of the Indian Wars. Bills for Wyoming statehood were introduced in both the U.S. Senate and House in December 1889. The House passed the bill March 27, 1890. President Benjamin Harrison signed Wyoming's statehood bill, making Wyoming the 44th state.