30 Star Parade Flag

[klr]

A buddy found this great looking 30 Star parade flag in with his late fathers belongings. Wisconsin was the 30th state so this flag came out around 1848. I found on line that is was a parade flag. I don't know if that makes it a military flag. It is 22 x 15 inches. A rare flag like this should bring a good price. I would love to have it framed and hang it in my house. IMG_8277.jpgAny suggestions on a good auction house that would carry something like this.

Thanks

Kirby


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[pauke]

The flag appears to be printed. Is that correct?

[klr]

I have found a few on line and they were printed. It sounds like these were handed out at parades and most were thrown away.


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[dhcoleterracina]

Printed flags were the standard for parade flags. Many reproductions currently but if you know the source, it's a great looking flag. In 1912 a 48 star flag was required to be in a 8 by 6 configuration, before that anything was ok and the variety of star configurations was great.

[klr]

Thank for the info. My friends dad was a WWII vet and he collected stuff forever. No telling when he got the flag. I found one that sold for $400. That seems low but it isn’t something I collect.


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[dhcoleterracina]

Watch ebay for general price guide but I haven't seen this exact flag before. Jeff Bridgeman has a very high end online shop, he might also do consignments. Fun website to view.

[klr]

Thanks I check out the site. Some interesting stuff.


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[Mr.Jerry D]

Awesome flag! especially from Wisconsin!

[Mr.Jerry D]

Looking at the condition and materials I am wondering if that might be from the WI Centennial celebration in 1948.