48 Star Flag

Textile

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Lincoln County Historical Association

Name/Title

48 Star Flag

Description

48 star flag. Machine stitched, made by Valley Forge Flag Co. of Spring City PA. Made of cotton bunting. Rope reinforced edge with metal thimbles.

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Valley Forge Flag Co.

Date made

1912 - 1959

Time Period

early 20th Century

Place

City

Spring City

State/Province

Pennsylvania

Country

United States

Continent

North America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Label

Location

Top of flag

Transcription

"'Best' 2x2 Ply Cotton Bunting Valley Forge Flag Co Spring City PA"

Dimensions

Width

137 cm

Length

285 cm

Material

Cotton

Color

Red, White, Blue

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Condition Detail

Discoloration

Notes

In good shape but a bit dirty and discolored.