Unissued Regimental Flag, Pole, and Tassels

Description:

Unissued Regimental Flag, Pole, and Tassels, c. 1861-65, blue silk regimental flag, painted with an eagle, shield, stars, and a banner with no regimental affiliation, with gold fringe (not applied, but present),an issue pole, and cords with tassels, flag ht. 72, wd. 72, pole ht. 108 in.

Provenance: From the collection of Denis E. Reen.
Estimate $7,000-9,000

Some breaks in the silk, although in excellent condition considering its age, fringe is not sewn to the flag, but separate, and pole is in good condition.


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