#1 • Hand Sewn 25 Star Flag Circa 1836

Part of National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Auction (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $4,201.00

Status: Sold

Category: Flags

Large framed, hand sewn, 25 star flag. Mounted with care to textile backing with delicate stitches. Circa 1836. (After Arkansas was admitted as a state, there were 25 state for a span of 6 months) This flag is alleged to have been carried into battle during the Mexican War in 1848, and marked with blood stains from that conflict. Gilded wood frame with glass cover. Two chains are affixed to this back to aide in wall hanging this heavy and stately piece. HEAVY AND WILL REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 2 MOVERS. Size : frame 8' 7”w x 4' 5.25”h / exposed area of flag 7' 11.5”w x 3' 9.5”h