38 STAR NAVAL ENSIGN, PATENTED 1870.
Printed 38 star handsewn ensign. Stamped on hoist "PATENTED APR. 20th, 1870/AMERICAN ENSIGN/ 20-FT" and inscribed in ink on hoist "S.A. GRANT/AUG.31.1889". In the 19th century, Navy ensigns became quite large as in this example, measuring 9' 6" by 20'. Metal grommets. CONDITION: staining, wear and small losses throughout. KK Condition: Dimensions: 9' 6" x 20'.
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Printed 38 star handsewn ensign. Stamped on hoist "PATENTED APR. 20th, 1870/AMERICAN ENSIGN/ 20-FT" and inscribed in ink on hoist "S.A. GRANT/AUG.31.1889". In the 19th century, Navy ensigns became quite large as in this example, measuring 9' 6" by 20'. Metal grommets. CONDITION: staining, wear and small losses throughout. KK Condition: Dimensions: 9' 6" x 20'.
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