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A Massive Appliqué Vintage Union Jack Flag
Double hand stitched in heavy wool bunting and cotton cloth, this huge Union Jack stretches to almost twelve feet.
The flag has a hooped hem with corded rope and wooden supports running through it and a toggle to one end. There is one L-shaped tear present measuring around 5x5 inches but the remainder of the whole remains in superb condition with the colours remaining vivid and the fabric supple. The size of the flag suggests it must have been made for and flown from a very large ship or building.
The current design of the flag dates from the union of Ireland and Great Britain in 1801. When the first flag was introduced in 1606, it became known simply as "the British flag" or "the flag of Britain". The word "jack" was in use before 1600 to describe the maritime bow flag. One theory goes that for some years it would have been called just "the Jack", or "Jack flag", or "the King's Jack", but by 1674, while formally referred to as "His Majesty's Jack", it was commonly called the Union Jack, and this was officially acknowledged.
Chances to own a Union flag of this quality and size are few and far between, and such is the clamour for them at this moment in time this represents a scarce opportunity to acquire one.
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The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
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The flag has a hooped hem with corded rope and wooden supports running through it and a toggle to one end. There is one L-shaped tear present measuring around 5x5 inches but the remainder of the whole remains in superb condition with the colours remaining vivid and the fabric supple. The size of the flag suggests it must have been made for and flown from a very large ship or building.
The current design of the flag dates from the union of Ireland and Great Britain in 1801. When the first flag was introduced in 1606, it became known simply as "the British flag" or "the flag of Britain". The word "jack" was in use before 1600 to describe the maritime bow flag. One theory goes that for some years it would have been called just "the Jack", or "Jack flag", or "the King's Jack", but by 1674, while formally referred to as "His Majesty's Jack", it was commonly called the Union Jack, and this was officially acknowledged.
Chances to own a Union flag of this quality and size are few and far between, and such is the clamour for them at this moment in time this represents a scarce opportunity to acquire one.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 28/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
DimensionsLength 141 inches
Height 72 inches (approx)
Category Antique Textiles and Embroidery
Date c.1970-80
1970s Antiques Material Cotton
Origin British
Condition Good.
Item code as155a727
Status Sold
£395.00 
$500.94 
€474.75 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 28/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
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Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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