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The Gadsden flag is a historical American flag with a yellow field depicting a timber rattlesnake coiled and ready to strike. Beneath the rattlesnake are the words: “Dont Tread on Me”, all in uppercase letters. Some modern versions of the flag include an apostrophe. The flag is named after politician Christopher Gadsden (1724–1805), who designed it in 1775 during the American Revolution. It was used by the Continental Marines as an early motto flag, along with the Moultrie flag. Its design proclaims an assertive warning of vigilance and willingness to act in defense against coercion. This has led it to be associated with the ideas of individualism and liberty. It has come to be often used in the United States as a symbol for right-libertarianism, classical liberalism, and limited government; for generally rebellious and anti-governmental sentiments; and occasionally co-opted for right-wing populism or far-right ideology.
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Don’t Tread on Me 1864 Flag Threads of History 324. Sold for $30,000.
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Extremely Scarce Set of Oval Office Flags, the 48-Star Flags Displayed in President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Oval Office in the White House — 1 of 3 Known Sets From All U.S. Presidents in Private Hands
Very scarce set of White House Oval Office flags – comprising both the hand-embroidered 48-star Presidential Coat of Arms flag and the United States flag, which were displayed together in the White House Oval Office of President Dwight D. Eisenhower from 20 January 1957 to 4 July 1959.
A stunning display with exquisite craftsmanship honoring the nation’s highest office, the President of the United States of America. With an LOA from the family of Ludwell Pruett, and with copies of documents from Pruett’s employment with the Quartermaster General. Sold for $68,250.
The most influential political cartoon in the history of America, the ”JOIN, or DIE” severed rattlesnake designed by Benjamin Franklin and published in his ”Pennsylvania Gazette” on 9 May 1754. This incredibly scarce newspaper is the very first printing of the ”JOIN, or DIE” cartoon, and the only known copy apart from one other housed in the permanent collection at the Library of Congress.
Frustrated by the colonists’ inability to join forces against westward expansion by the French, Franklin created this cartoon of a rattlesnake, cut into 8 pieces symbolizing the American colonies, to dramatically impart the effective message: join together as one cohesive body, or die. Along with the cartoon, Franklin published an editorial in the newspaper, urging the colonists to work together, reading in part, ”…The Confidence of the French in this Undertaking seems well-grounded on the present disunited State of the British Colonies…while our Enemies have the very great Advantage of being under one Direction, with one Council, and one Purse…”
Little did Franklin know at the time that his symbol of the dis-united rattlesnake would echo over twenty years later to inspire the colonists to unite against the British – Paul Revere added the ”JOIN, or DIE” cartoon to the nameplate of his paper, the ”Massachusetts Spy”, and even later, with the ”Don’t Tread on Me” flag, any individual or group whose personal liberty is threatened. The phrasing has also proved highly enduring, likely influencing John Stark, the Revolutionary War General from New Hampshire whose toast, ”Live free or die: Death is not the worst of evils”, inspired New Hampshire’s motto, and again suggests that personal liberty is one of the highest human values, and a founding tenet of the United States.
Franklin’s choice of a rattlesnake is curious for several reasons: as the timber rattlesnake was found throughout the colonies but not England, Franklin argued in an earlier 1751 editorial that the colonists should ship rattlesnakes to England in exchange for the criminals that England was sending to America. Franklin now, however, seems to fully embrace the rattlesnake as metaphor, and would argue, during the American Revolution, its virtues. Using a pseudonym to conceal his identity, he wrote in 1775, ”…she has no eye-lids-She may therefore be esteemed an emblem of vigilance.-She never begins an attack, nor, when once engaged, ever surrenders…to those who are unacquainted with her, she appears to be a most defenseless animal; and even when those weapons are shown and extended for her defense, they appear weak and contemptible; but their wounds however small, are decisive and fatal:-Conscious of this, she never wounds till she has generously given notice, even to her enemy, and cautioned him against the danger of stepping on her.-Was I wrong, Sir, in thinking this a strong picture of the temper and conduct of America?”
While the British loyalists played upon Franklin’s symbolism of the rattlesnake, arguing that the colonists were deceptive and cunning, Franklin turned the characterization on its head, skilled and interested as he was in the art of propaganda. Ultimately, the symbolism would prove highly enduring and compelling: both the idea of uniting to fight a greater, more powerful enemy, and the power of a sudden, deadly attack by an underestimated opponent.
Four page newspaper (without advertising) measures 9.75” x approximately 15”, with an irregularly trimmed top edge. Expert restoration to head of snake, and light uniform toning, consistent with age. Newspaper has been well-preserved, in very good to near fine condition. One of the most important newspapers in America’s colonial history and a cornerstone of her philosophical underpinnings. Sold for $50,000.
Presidential Flag From the Truman Administration Used for Presidential Parades in 1948 — Grand Cloth Flag in Full Color Measures 75” x 59”
Large Presidential flag from 1948, used by President Harry Truman as he campaigned for re-election and marched in dozens of parades that summer. Used during one of these parades in Michigan, flag has print to hem along right edge, ”President Flag Parade MI 48”. Cloth flag in navy blue features the seal of the President of the United States, made entirely of integral cloth panels in six different colors with decorative stitching. Grommets are built in. Measures a large 75” x 59”. A few small holes, the largest measuring under 2”, else near fine. Sold for $12,500.
Large 13-Star U.S. naval flag for the Brig Rival, likely an English merchant ship captured during the Civil War by the U.S. Navy. In 1850 the U.S. Navy adopted the 13-star flag for use on their smaller boats, and then added a number system in 1863 to designate boat size; this flag doesn’t have an additional number, dating it to sometime between 1850-1863. Although U.S. naval records don’t show the existence of a ”Rival” ship, an English merchant ship named Rival was in operation in the mid-19th century transporting goods from the Americas to England. Many of these English merchant vessels ran goods to the South during the war, and it’s likely that Rival was one of the 350 plus blockade runners captured by the U.S. Navy, and subsequently put to use during the Civil War. Large mainmast-sized wool flag measures 5′ 1” x 11′ 6”, with the 13 linen stars hand sewn in a 4-5-4 horizontal pattern. Two holes are sewn at the top and bottom of hoist, upon which ”BRIG RIVAL” is written in ink. A 19th century metal tag reading ”3154.L” also appears. Flag shows considerable wear from use on the high seas, and likely from military action with part of the fly portion missing and numerous holes throughout. Originally owned by the Fine Art Museum of San Francisco. Sold for $10,000.
1860 Campaign Portrait Flag Banner for Stephen Douglas — One of Less Than 10 Known Examples
Important remembrance from the most consequential Presidential election in U.S. history, the 1860 contest pitting Democrat Stephen Douglas against Republican Abraham Lincoln. This portrait flag banner, the most collectible banner, features Douglas at top left, center in the star portion of the flag with “FOR PRESIDENT, / STEPHEN A. DOUGLAS, / VICE PRESIDENT, / HERSCHEL V. JOHNSON” printed upon the stripe portion of the flag. Banner measures 13″ x 8″. Small amount of creasing at lower right, otherwise near fine condition. An excellent example of this banner, one of less than ten known to still exist. Sold for $9,975.
United States flag featuring 34 stars, representing the addition of Kansas as the 34th state, admitted into the Union on 29 January 1861. This flag flew during the Civil War, from 1861 until June 1863, when West Virginia broke from Virginia and was declared her own state. Although several variations of the 34-star flag were made, this design — with concentric circles of stars accentuated by four corner stars — would prove one of the most popular. Linen and cotton flag is hand-stitched with stars appearing on both sides. Measures 108” x 70.5” or 9′ x nearly 6′. Some age discoloration, light soiling and small holes throughout. Larger tear of approximately 2” to lower left where flag connects to band. Overall in very good condition considering age, with no substantial defects or loss of material. A scarce Civil War era United States flag. Sold for $7,500.
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/29/2019Large 40-star United States flag, denoting entry of the Dakotas into the Union. As North and South Dakota were added on the same day of 2 November 1889, the U.S. flag immediately jumped from 38 to 40 stars. The 40 star flag, however, was only in effect for six days, as Montana was added on 8 November. Large sewn flag measures 9’7” x 5’10” with the stars measuring approximately 5” each. Body of flag is a coarse linen fabric, with the hoist made of canvas punctuated by four grommets. The canton at upper left is constructed of two 18” pieces of bunting sewn together. A few small holes throughout, and light soiling. Edge has been hemmed, likely from wind damage. Overall very good condition. A rare, sewn 19th century period flag from the Dakotas. Sold for $7,500.
29-Star United States Flag With Medallion Star Pattern
Rare 29-star United States flag with a medallion star pattern, marking Iowa’s inclusion into the Union, circa 1846-1848. Stars are arranged in the more desirable medallion pattern, unlike the grid pattern of most 29-star flags, with the center star (representing the newest state added to the Union) titled to the 11:00 position. Iowa was admitted on 28 December 1846, and this flag became official on 4 July 1847, lasting only one year until 4 July 1848 after Wisconsin was added. Printed on glazed cotton with partial staff intact, intended for waving during parades, flag measures 6.5″ x 8.5″. A few spots of discoloration at center and light toning along edge. Integrity of fabric is still strong. Overall very good condition. Sold for $4,385.
Jasper Johns Signed Poster Famous American “Flag” Painting
Jasper Johns signed poster of his iconic 1954 “Flag” painting from The Museum of Modern Art, where the painting is currently displayed. Large poster measures 38″ x 40″, signed “Jasper Johns” to lower right. Lot also includes additional postcard from The Museum of Modern Art signed by Johns on 6 March 2000, depicting his 1957 piece “Flag on Orange Field”. Postcard measures 10.25″ x 7″ with one vertical fold. Red soiling to verso of postcard, not affecting signature; near fine. Poster is near fine. Sold for $2,925.
Presidential Candidate William McKinley & Running Mate Teddy Roosevelt 1900 Election Campaign Umbrella — Clever Way to Promote the Successful Republican Candidates
1900 Presidential candidate William McKinley and running mate Theodore Roosevelt promotional campaign umbrella. Umbrella has six panels, two with portraits of McKinley, two of Roosevelt, and two of American flags. Umbrella fabric is cotton cloth; its handle is made of wood with metal infrastructure atop. Umbrella measures 36” open and 33.5” in length. Umbrella is very delicate from age and two sides have come loose from their metal prongs. Some staining and wear to fabric. Good condition with all panels intact. Sold for $1,791.
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