AMER AUGUST 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/24/2015
VERY RARE PAIR OF ULYSSES S GRANT PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN FLAGS.1) "GRANT & COLFAX". This very fine 1868 presidential campaign flag measures 7-3/4" x 5" on its original stick in 15" x 18" frame. 2) Rare and possibly unique 1872 presidential campaign flag for "GRANT & WILSON" measuring 7" x 5" on original 10" stick in 12-1/2" x 15" frame, Collins in Threads of History shows no 1872 Grant campaign flags as Grant was just an afterthought as a possible candidate after his scandal ridden administration. SIZE: PROVENANCE: 2) Heritage Auctions Lot 48049, August 5, 2008. From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: 1) Fine overall as framed with light soiling, good colors. 2) Good overall with soiling, several small tears and minor reductions. 49055-6 JS (3,000-5,000)