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When did the flag have 42 stars?
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American flags had 42 stars for a very brief period of time following the official statehood of Washington on November 11, 1889. When Idaho became a state on July 3, 1890, the flag had 43 stars. Only a small number of manufacturers produced flags with only 42 stars. You'll find a selection of antique American flags on 1stDibs.
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19th Century American 42 Star Flag, circa 1889
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century American 42 Star Flag, circa 1889, printed on linen period flag in the "Dancing Star
Category
Antique 1880s American Federal Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Linen
42-Star American Parade Flag, Commemorating Washington Statehood, 1889
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is an uncommon 42-star flag, commemorating the addition of the state of Washington to the
Category
Antique 1880s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
42 Star Parade Flag with Scattered Stars, ca 1889-1890
Located in York County, PA
42 STARS ON AN ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG WITH SCATTERED STAR POSITIONING, REFLECTS THE ADDITION OF
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
42 Stars on a Antique American Parade Flag, Washington Statehood, ca 1889-1890
Located in York County, PA
42 star American parade flag, printed on cotton. The stars are arranged in what is called a “wave
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
42 Hand Sewn Stars on An Antique American Flag ca 1889-1890
Located in York County, PA
beautiful coloration.
The 42 star flag is interesting from a historical perspective, both because 42 was
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Wool
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42-Star 7th Cavalry Regiment Parade Guidon, Printed "7A", Circa 1889-1890
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
interesting from a historical perspective, because 42 was never an official star count. 42-star flags were
Category
Antique 1880s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Materials
Cotton
