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Up for sale is a vintage, large-format 50-Star American Flag (4x7 Feet) produced by the renowned Valley Forge Flag Co. (Spring City, PA).
Acquired directly from the estate of a World War II veteran, this heavy-duty commercial/parade-grade flag features individually sewn/appliquéd stars, stitched stripes, and heavy 2x2 ply cotton construction.
WHY THIS PIECE IS DESIRABLE (COLLECTOR & DECORATOR NOTE)
While standard 3x5 ft home flags are common, this larger 4x7 foot format in high-end 2x2 ply cotton bunting is much harder to find and highly sought after for large display spaces:
1. Large 4x7 Ft Oversized Proportions: Standard residential flags are 3x5 ft. This 4x7 ft flag uses significantly more fabric, making it a substantial, commanding accent piece for rustic barn walls, commercial display spaces, or historic homes.
2. Premium "BEST 2x2 PLY" Construction: Features Valley Forge's top-tier commercial line—crafted with heavy 100% 2x2 ply cotton bunting, individually zig-zag stitched/appliquéd stars, fully stitched stripes, and a reinforced canvas header with brass grommets.
3. Authentic WWII Veteran Estate Provenance: Sourced directly from a WWII veteran’s estate, adding genuine historical character and age.
4. Pre-ZIP Code Factory Tag: Features the original woven Valley Forge cloth tag reading:
"BEST" 2 X 2 PLY / 100% COTTON BUNTING / Valley Forge Flag Co. / SPRING CITY, PA.
(Note: The absence of a postal ZIP code dates this tag and flag to the transition era around 1959–1962).
