This is a United States 37 star flag made by Hortsmann of Philladelphia, Pennsylvania. The 37 star flag was utilized from 4 July 1867, when Nebraska was admitted to the Union, until 4 July 1877. This flag measures 49 1/4" by 96". The canton and stripes are made of wool bunting while the stars are made of cotton muslin. The stars are hand sewn onto both sides of the canton. The layout of the stars is 7-8-7-8-7. There is no particular orientation of the star points, they are randomly placed. The linen hoist has 5 brass grommets. The size of this flag suggests it may have been used as a parade flag patriotic events after the Civil War. All five grommets are secure on the hoist. There are some period repairs showing, one on the canton and one on the bottom red stripe at the hoist. Thirteen of the stars have loose stitching and two stars are missing. The top and bottom stripes at the fly are frayed and have broken stitching. There are several holes throughout the flag but nothing major. On one side of the hoist the makers name is ink stamped, HORSTMANN/PHILA. On the same side it is stamped 8 Feet, and beside the size an eagle is also ink stamped. On the reverse side of the hoist in hand written ink is a street address of 17 Cotswold Way and the name of MEEK. For a piece of material that was used outdoors in all types of weather this one is still in good condition. Especially when you consider it's over 150 years old. If your war room or man cave has the wall space, this thing will definitely put some pop in there!

Item # AA1414

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