Name/Title
Miniature Colombia Republic Flag From Depot AtticEntry/Object ID
1975.4.3aDescription
This is a miniature celluloid flag on a metal pole. The flag is for Colombia Republic, and is made up of a yellow stripe at the top, a blue stripe in the middle, and a red stripe at the bottom. In the center of the flag is a red outlined circle with a blue background and white stars inside. On the back of the flag is the text "Colombia Republic/ Pop. 5,600,000 printed in blue ink and the history of Colombia printed in black ink. The flag measures 2.25" (h) x 1.25" (w).
These flags were made by Cruver Mfg. Co. of Chicago, U.S.A. The flags were used as a advertising premiums. People have claimed that the flags were premiums for cigarette and cigars, Teddy Bear Bread, and Ponciana Chewing Gum. The collection included 70 countries and 48 states. (TTempleman 01/24/2018).Collection
Permanent CollectionMade/Created
Artist
Cruver Manufacturing CompanyDate made
1912 - 1930Notes
Date: 1921 circaLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
FlagNomenclature Sub-Class
Organizational ObjectsNomenclature Class
Ceremonial ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsSearch Terms
Broomfield DepotRelationships
Related Entries
Notes
1975.4.3b, 1975.4.3c, 1975.4.3d, 1975.5.7dProvenance
Notes
Misc items found in the attic of depot after it was moved to the new site.