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36-Star American Civil War Era Printed Parade Flag
Presentation Script
Hello, collectors! Today we're looking at a vibrant piece of Americana: a printed United States parade flag. At first glance, it's a classic symbol, but the secret to its history lies in the details.
As the provided notes wisely suggested, counting the stars is crucial here. We have exactly 36 stars arranged in a neat six-by-six grid. The 36-star flag became official on July 4, 1865, following the admission of Nevada, and remained official until 1867. This places this flag squarely at the end of the American Civil War, a highly poignant and collectible period in US history.
This is a printed flag, likely made of a stiffened cotton or muslin, which was typical for mass-produced 'parade' or 'hand-waver' flags of the mid-19th century. The close-up images reveal the simple, coarse weave of the fabric and the printing method used to create the design, with edges that appear simply cut rather than hemmed—standard practice for these ephemeral items.
For a textile of this age, the condition is remarkably crisp. The colors remain bold, though we can spot some minor, expected age-related foxing and faint staining in the white stripes upon close inspection.
Based on the visible evidence, this appears to be an authentic period piece. A genuine 36-star parade flag in this condition is a desirable find. I'd estimate its auction value between $800 and $1,500. It's a beautiful, tangible piece of 1865 history!
Item Report
36-Star American Civil War Era Printed Parade Flag
By:Unknown
Style:American Civil War Era
Origin:United States
Materials:Printed cotton or muslin
Age:Circa 1865-1867
Condition:Very Good (appears intact with bright colors, minor staining/foxing visible in close-ups, typical raw edges)
A printed cotton United States parade flag featuring 36 stars arranged in a 6x6 grid within the blue canton, accompanied by 13 alternating red and white stripes. The flag is printed on a simple woven cotton or muslin fabric, typical of mass-produced parade flags from the mid-19th century. The edges appear to be raw or simply cut, which is standard for this type of ephemeral textile.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This appears to be a well-preserved example of a 36-star printed parade flag. The 36-star count is historically significant, representing the end of the Civil War and the admission of Nevada. The fabric weave and printing style are consistent with period examples, though the remarkably crisp condition suggests it was carefully stored. In-hand inspection is always recommended for textiles to confirm the age of the dyes and fibers.
Individual Images:
whole flag front view
detail of 36-star canton
detail of stripes showing fabric weave
extreme closeup of red and white fabric
Provenance:
According to the provided notes, special attention was drawn to the star count.
Condition:
Very Good (appears intact with bright colors, minor staining/foxing visible in close-ups, typical raw edges)
Identification Score: 95%
The object is easily identifiable as a United States flag with 36 stars and 13 stripes based on its clear visual characteristics.
Authenticity Score: 80%
The fabric weave, printing style, and minor signs of age (faint foxing/staining) are consistent with 19th-century printed parade flags. However, its bright colors and crisp condition warrant a slight degree of caution, as high-quality reproductions exist. In-hand inspection would be needed for absolute certainty.
Image Memory Note
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Keywords
36-star flag, Civil War flag, parade flag, printed flag, Americana, United States, 1865, Nevada statehood
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