36 STAR AMERICAN FLAG (1864-1867) CIVIL WAR ERA

36 star antique American Parade flag of the Civil War era, an attractive example with endearing wear, nice colors. 36 star American national flag of the Civil War era, printed on coarse, glazed cotton. The 36th state, Nevada, entered the Union during the Civil War on October 31st, 1864. The last Confederate general surrendered on May 26th, 1865. The 36 star flag became official on July 4th of that year, but makers of printed flags would have begun adding a 36th star to their flags in 1864, even before the addition of the new state occurred. Lincoln pushed Nevada through just 8 days before the November election. Nevada?s wealth in silver was attractive to a nation struggling with the debts of war and increased support for the Republican ticket. The 36 star flag was replaced by the 37 star flag in 1867, following the addition of Nebraska. Framed Flag Measures 20 1/8" x 29" x 1.5". Flag 21"x13". Total Weight 8 lbs. PROVENANCE: The Terrly Henning Collection, The Peoples Building Penthouse, Broad Street, Charleston SC. PROVENANCE: Terri Henning Collection, The Peoples Building Penthouse,18 Broad Street, Charleston SC, as seen in Architectural Digest.
Condition Report: age expected wear