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1625. (burgee - pennant) U.S. Coast Guard Motor Lifeboat CG-36500. Professionally made burgee (“A small distinguishing pennant flown by a yacht, usually representing the yacht’s home club.”) features an image of the Coast Guard motor lifeboat CG-36500 known best for the 1952 rescue of 32 sailors from the broken and foundering tanker SS Pendleton off Chatham, Cape Cod. This burgee professionally made, with brass grommets and heavy stitching and seams and can be flown. After more than two decades of meritorious Coast Guard service, the CG-36500 was decommissioned in 1968 and sat neglected and nearly forgotten for years. The Orleans Historical Society acquired the boat in 1981, and it has been carefully rebuilt and maintained by many dedicated volunteers with the support of generous grants and individual donations. A portion of the procedes from these pennants goes to the Orleans Historical Society for the continued preservation of CG-36500. Measures 12”h x 18”w. (M). $49.95. (x)

8109-79 [flag and commissioning pennant] U. S. Coast Guard Cutter Basswood WLB-388 / WAGL-388 Ensign and Commissioning Pennant. c.1966-1998. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size No. 5 (15”h x 25” w) with Coast Guard Pennant size 3 ¼” w x 73” long, for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign was manufactured for Coast Guard use and has only light use but is completely intact, made of 100% nylon bunting. Pattern is of an earlier design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” (post 1966). Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by Dettra “Dura-Lite” Company. Ensign intact, very light bleeding of red from rain, hem soiled, only light wear. Mating pennant with printed stars was flown from the mast-head on commissioning and is also clean, probably never flown. Field consists of 16 vertical red/white stripes, with 13 blue stars on white field at the head. Rare set came together from member of CGC Basswood crew. USCG Basswood, an ocean going buoy tender, was built in Duluth , Minnesota and commissioned on 12 January 1944. She was decommissioned in 1998. From March to April 1944, Basswood performed general ATON and icebreaking on the Great Lakes and was then transferred to Astoria, Oregon and throughout the Pacific where it was used for general ATON duty. (VG). Set $185.

8109-50. [flag and commissioning pennant set] U. S. Coast Guard  c.1966 - date. Original set includes official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (16” h x 26”w) and Commissioning Pennant 50” for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard has had no wear, in as new condition. Made of nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked “Coast Guard Ensign No. 5”. Accompanying official U. S. Coast Guard Commissioning Pennant No. 7 (2 ” h x 50”w) was flown from the mast-head on commissioning and is fresh, as new, never been flown. Field consists of 16 vertical red/white stripes, with 13 printed on blue stars on white field at the head. Pennant is clean and crisp and has never been flown. Fresh, clean, extremely rare, this is a wonderful item for your display and quite difficult to get these original pennants. Wonderful set for your display and quite difficult to get in such fine condition. Superb condition, as new, never flown, as nice as you will find. (F-). $234.

2944. McCandles, Byron and Gilbert Grosvenor. Flags of the World. The National Geographic Society, Washington, D.C. 1917. 140p. Inscribed by the authors. Elusive early reference book measures about 7 1/2" by 10" and contains about 140 profusely illustrated pages. There are 1197 flags illustrated in full color and an additional 300 black and white illustrations. The book is primarily devoted to flags but does devote 6 pages to Patches and Insignia of the US Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Public Health Service, and Red Cross. Includes detailed descriptions of each flag shown, use, history and more. Book devotes numerous pages to US and foreign military standards, guidons, pennants, signal flags, as well as signals in use by Coast Guard, International Code of Signals, and more. The book shows evidence of some wear and use. There is some fraying at the bottom of the spine, a few minor page tears, a previous owners inscription on the flyleaf, and a few smudges. The binding remains sound and the text is reasonably clean. Hard to find early insignia reference that belongs in every serious collector's library. (VG). $78.

2115z. [color plate] FLAGS FOR MARITIME DISPLAY OF THE INTERNATIONAL CODE OF SIGNALS. c.1903. Stone chromolithograph color plate by Julius Bien & Co., one of the finest US lithographers of the early 20th century. This 1-page 6 ½” x 10” color plate disbound from an early encyclopedia details the 27 letter flags including the Answering Pennant. Clean, crisp, rich saturated colors characteristic of the stone litho process. Printed on stiff paper--blank on the reverse. The condition is excellent, would look wonderful matted and framed. (VG+).   $22.

2115s,o,u,w,y. [color plate] color plate UNITED STATES FLAGS. c.1903. This 1-page 6” x 9” color plate disbound from an early reference details 17 types of United States flags. Most interesting are the Lighthouse Service pennant, Revenue Marine Ensign and Revenue Marine Pennant. Also includes views of Union flag and jack, President’s standard, yacht ensign, U.S. Mail flag, Admiral’s flags, Secretary of the Navy, Commodor’s pennant and more. Clean, crisp, printed on heavier, matte finish paper. Perfect for framing or reference. (F-). $24.

2115-2. [color plate] color plate UNITED STATES FLAGS. c.1903. This 1-page 6” x 9” color plate disbound from an early reference details 17 types of United States flags. Most interesting are the Lighthouse Service pennant, Revenue Marine Ensign and Revenue Marine Pennant. Also includes views of Union flag and jack, President’s standard, yacht ensign, U.S. Mail flag, Admiral’s flags, Secretary of the Navy, Commodor’s pennant and more. Clean, crisp, printed on heavier, matte finish paper. Perfect for framing or reference. (F-). $24.

2115-4. [color plate] UNITED STATES ENSIGNS & FLAGS. c.1903. US Department of Navy, Washington. Stone chromolithograph color plate by Taber Prang Art Co., Boston, one of the finest US lithographers of the early 20th century. This 1-page 8 ½” x 11 ½” color plate disbound from an early reference details 6 types of United States ensigns/flags. Most interesting are the Lighthouse Service pennant, Revenue Marine Ensign and Revenue Marine Pennant. Also includes views of Secretary of the Treasury flag, United States Mail pennant, and yacht ensign. Generally clean save one light spot, crisp, printed on heavier, matte finish paper. Perfect for framing or reference. (VG+). $54.

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U. S. Coast Guard Ensigns c.1915-1953.

8109-117. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1915-1953.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30” h x 48”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard is made of wool or nylon-wool bunting with printed fields. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus”. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Wonderful earliest of the Coast Guard ensigns for your display and quite difficult to get in this early design. Overall good condition, but moderate mothing particularly at folds, only light soiling but overall a bit dark or faded. Some fraying to end. Marked “Coast Guard Ensign No. 4”. Belive pre WWII. No maker noted.  (VG).  $188.

8109-119. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1915-1953. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (29”h x 52”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and has had only light if any use, made of wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [pre 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Stamped on hem is “Coast Guard Ensign No. 4”. Mfg. By Annin High-Grade All Wool Bunting”.  Good condition, darkened from age, some soiling, some very small holes, moderate spots from drips or spills. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. (VG-) $220.

8109-107. [flag] U. S.  Coast Guard Ensign. c.1915-1953.  Official  U.  S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30” h x 48”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard has never been flown. Made of wool or nylon-wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus”. Top left corner is white with  U. S.  eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Wonderful earliest of the Coast Guard ensigns for your display and quite difficult to get in this early design. Good condition, no fraying, only light soiling and some spots from light use. Staining to hem. Colors still bright. (VG+).  $254.

8109-116. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1915-1953. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15”h x 26”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and has had only light use, made of wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [pre 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Stamped on hem is “Coast Guard Ensign No. 5”. Mfg. By Valley Forge… All New Wool”. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original early ensigns. Good condition save some light soiling and a few very small moth holes.  (VG+).  $210.

8109-115. [framed set commendation, photo, ensign and commissioning pennant] U. S.  Coast Guard / SS El Estero c.1943.  Rare original set includes official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15” h x 25”w) and Commissioning Pennant 50” used on small or medium size harbor patrol craft coxswained by William Hyler Lippincott USCG. Also included is a copied document from District Coast Guard Officer, Third Naval District 42 Broadway New York, N.Y reads "To: Lippincott, William H.(581-732) Cox. (R) - Harbor Patrol Fleet. Subj: Commendation for performance on duty; I wish to commend you for splendid performance of duty on 24 April, 1943 in connection with fighting the fire which occurred aboard a vessel loaded with munitions in New York Harbor, N.Y. Your courageous conduct as a member of the crew of a Coast Guard vessel which assisted in the operation was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Naval Service. Stanley V. Parker, Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard. District Coast Guard Officer, Third Naval District." Also too with a corresponding brass plaque. With loading completed on April 24, 1943, SS El Estero had taken on 1,365 tons of mixed munitions that caught fire at dockside in New York Harbor. The Jersey City Fire Department responded, along with two 30-foot fireboats and roughly 60 volunteers from the U.S. Coast Guard to help battle the blaze. The ship was successfully moved away and sunk by the heroic efforts of the tug boats and fireboats, averting a major disaster. With a shroud of secrecy soon in place over the events surrounding the sinking of El Estero due in large part to the then-classified mission of the Caven Point Army Depot, public knowledge of the near-disaster remained low until 1944 when the first of several awards for heroism were distributed to the first responders. El Estero herself would remain in her sunken state for the better part of four months before the still-loaded ship was finally raised from the seafloor and towed out of the harbor for use as a naval gunnery target. Coxswain William Hyler Lippincott was one of the Coast Guardsmen commended for his actions that day and this display was undoubtedly a proud family piece for many years. Nicely framed overall h. 24.5", w. 33.5". Ensign and pennant manufactured for Coast Guard has only light wear and age toning and is in very good condition. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus”. Top left corner is white with  U. S.  eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Accompanying is an official U. S. Coast Guard Commissioning Pennant No. 7 (2 ” h x 50”w) that was flown from the mast-head on commissioning and is likewise in good condition. Field consists of 16 vertical red/white stripes, with 13 printed on blue stars on white field at the head. Also included is a photograph of Cox. Lippincott as well. This is an extremely rare, wonderful item for your display and quite difficult to get these original pennants, especially named and associated with such heroic action. Wonderful set for your display. (VG+). $1,145.

8109-111. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1915-1953. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (28”h x 51”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and has had only light if any use, made of wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [pre 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Labeled on hem is [Mfg. By] Annin High-Grade All Wool Bunting”. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Unusually good condition, only a few very small spots, a few slight mothing holes. (VG+).  $285.

8109-112. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1915-1953. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15”h x 26”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and has had no use but has mothing, made of wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [pre 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Stamped on hem is “Coast Guard Ensign No. 5”. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original early ensigns. Lesser condition, some light staining and moderate mothing with many holes, some up to 1”.  Still good display piece. (P+).  $195.

8109-113. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1915-1953. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15”h x 26”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is fresh, only light if any use, made of wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [pre 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Stamped on hem is “Coast Guard Ensign No. 5”. Mfg. By Annin High-Grade All Wool Bunting”. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Good condition, moderate soiling, some spots, only a few slight moth holes. (VG-).  $195.

8109-108. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1915-1953. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 48”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is fresh, only light if any use, made of wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [pre 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield, with an arc of 13 stars above. Stamped on hem is “Coast Guard Ensign No. 4”. Mfg. By American Flag Co., New York - Chicago. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Quite good condition save some areas of mothing. (VG+).  $164.

U. S. Coast Guard Ensigns c.1953-66.

8109-114 [flag and commissioning pennant] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign and Commissioning Pennant. c.1953-1966. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size No. 5 (16”h x 25” w) with Coast Guard Pennant size No. 7 (2 ¼” w x 51” long), for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign was manufactured for Coast Guard use and is unused and completely intact, made of 75% nylon / 25% wool bunting. Pattern is of an earlier design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” (pre 1966). Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Stamped on hem is “Coast Guard Ensign No. 5”. Manufactured by the Annin & Co., Verona , NJ (NYLANIN). Early pennant with printed stars was flown from the mast-head on commissioning and is also clean, never flown. Field consists of 16 vertical red/white stripes, with 13 blue stars on white field at the head. Rare early design. Rare early set came together. Only a few small ink spots. (F-).  $285.

8109-106. [flag and commissioning pennant set] U. S. Coast Guard  c.1953-1966. Original set includes official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (29” h x 50”w) and Commissioning Pennant size #7  50” for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard has had almost no wear, in nearly new condition. Made of nylon – wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus”. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked “U.S.C.G. Ensign No. 4”. Label on hem identifies maker as Paramount Flag Company, San Francisco, Cal. Accompanying official U. S. Coast Guard Commissioning Pennant No. 7 (2 ” h x 50”w) was flown from the mast-head on commissioning and is very good, only one repaired ½” tear and a few very small holes from mothing. Field consists of 16 vertical red/white stripes, with 13 printed on blue stars on white field at the head. Pennant is otherwise clean and crisp. Fresh, clean, extremely rare, this is a wonderful item for your display and quite difficult to get these original pennants. Wonderful set for your display and quite difficult to get in such fine condition. Ensign about as nice as you will find. (VG++). $245.

8109-49. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1953-1966. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 50”w). Marked on hem “Coast Guard Ensign No. 4”. Ensign was manufactured for Coast Guard use and is unused and completely intact, made of 75% nylon / 25% wool bunting. Pattern is of an earlier design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [1953 -1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by the Annin & Co., Verona , NJ (NYLANIN). Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Superb condition, completely intact, as new, a beautiful piece. (F-). $125.

8109-7. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign..c.1953-1966. Early official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 51”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Early ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is in good condition, probably never flown, made of nylon/wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus”. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Stamped on hem is “Coast Guard Ensign #4” (this has been partially blacked out) , and manufacturer Paramount Flag Company, San Francisco, Cal. This is from the early part of the period, probably pre 1950’s, and is in good condition. No tears, completely intact and strong. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns, particularly from this period. (VG+). $188.

8109-25. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1953-1966. Early official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 48”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Early ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is in good condition, probably never flown, made of nylon/wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus”. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Stamped on hem is “U. S. Coast Guard Ensign Size #4. Ensign is in very good condition with no tears, completely intact and strong. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns, particularly from this period. (VG+). $144.

8109a5. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1953-1966. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 50”w). Ensign was manufactured for Coast Guard use and has light use, made of 75% nylon / 25% wool bunting. Pattern is of an earlier design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [1953 -1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Not marked as to manufacturer, this is a wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Very good condition, overall intact, light fraying to corners from limited use. A beautiful piece. (VG+).  $185 net.

8109-93. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1953-1966. Early official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 50”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Early ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is still in fairly good condition, flown at length and evenly faded, but no fraying, tears or holes. Still strong. Made of nylon/wool bunting. Field consists of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus”. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Stamped on hem is “U.S.C.G. Ensign Size #4,  and manufacturer Paramount Flag Company, San Francisco, Cal. NylaWool. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns, particularly from this period. (VG). $54.

8109yy. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1953-1966. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (16” h x 25w) for use on small craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is completely intact, made of nylon/wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [1953-1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by the Paramount Company. Wonderful for your display and quite  difficult to get these original ensigns. Good condition, even soiling and some fading, complete. (VG-).  $164 net.  

 8109iii. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1953-1966. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30” h x 50” w) for use on small craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is completely intact, made of wool/nylon bunting. Pattern is of the intermediate design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [1953-1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Wonderful for your display and quite  difficult to get these original ensigns. Excellent condition, little if any soiling, bright and crisp. (F-).  $174 net.

U. S. Coast Guard Ensigns c.1966-date.

8109-46. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966-date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 50”w). Marked on hem “USCG Ensign No. 4”. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is made of 100% nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966-present]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Ensign bright and clean, probably never flown. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. (F). $78.

8109-118 [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1966 – date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15” h x 25”w) for use on small craft. This size ensign was for use at stations or on small or medium size craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is fresh and as new, having never been used. Made of 100% all nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked only “Coast Guard Ensign No. 5”. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Clean, crisp, the perfect ensign for flying or display. As new, never flown. (M). $76.

8109-84. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966 - date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15”h x 24”w). Marked on hem “Coast Guard Ensign No. 5”. Ensign was manufactured for Coast Guard use and is unused and completely intact, in original packaging, made of 75% nylon and 25% wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966 - date]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by the Annin & Co., Verona , NJ (NYLANIN). Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Superb condition, completely intact, as new, a beautiful piece. (F-). $125.

8109-77. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966 - date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 50”w). Marked on hem “Coast Guard Ensign No. 4”. Ensign was manufactured for Coast Guard use and is unused and completely intact, made of 75% nylon and 25% wool bunting. Pattern is of an earlier design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, with the words “Semper Paratus” [1953 -1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by the Annin & Co., Verona , NJ (NYLANIN). Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Superb condition, completely intact, as new, a beautiful piece. (F-). $178.

8109-76. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1966 – date from CGC Chase WHEC-718. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #3 (5 foot x 8 foot) for use on medium and large size craft and at stations. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard has never been flown. Made of 100% nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked on hem is “Nyl-Glo 100% Nylon Bunting Annin & Co. Since 1847 Made in USA.” Wonderful example of the Coast Guard ensigns for your display and quite difficult to get in such fine condition. In original box. Superb condition, as nice as you will find. the colors are still bright, entirely intact, with no holes or soiling. No fraying or wear, as new. Was given to officer upon leaving CGC Chase WHEC-718. (F-). $148.

8109-74 [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1966 – date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15” h x 24”w) for use on small craft. This size ensign was for use at stations or on small or medium size craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is fresh and as new, having never been used and still in original bag. Made of 100% all nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked “CG 8345-00-242-0275 Flag CG ENS NR 5 15x24 DTCG 40-03-P-20290 Quality Safety Products”. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Clean, crisp, the perfect ensign for flying or display at an affordable price. As new, never flown. (M). $44.

8109-67. [flag] Signed U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.. c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 52” w) for use at stations or on small or medium size craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is made of 100% all nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. by Valley Forge Flag Co. Inc. “G-Spec.” Ensign has been signed by seven of the boat’s crew probably as a going away gift. Included is original brass snap hook spliced to one grommet on the hoist. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Light use, no fraying, some soiling. (VG+). $110.

8109-52. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1966 - date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30” h x 48”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard has never been flown. Made of nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked on hem is “Flag, U.S.C.G. Ensign, Hoist-30” Fly-48” Annin & Co. ”. Wonderful example of the Coast Guard ensigns for your display and quite difficult to get in such fine condition. Superb condition, as nice as you will find. the colors are still bright, entirely intact, with no holes or soiling. No fraying or wear, as new. (F-). $88 net.

8109-58. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.. c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5  (16” h x 28”w) for use on small craft. This size ensign was for use at stations or on small or medium size craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is made of 100% all nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. by Valley Forge Flag Co. Inc. “G-Spec.” Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Light use, no fraying, some soiling, staining to hoist. (G+). $28.

8109-47. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966-date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 50”w). Marked on hem “USCG Ensign #4”. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is made of 100% nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966-present]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by Dettra “Dura-Lite” Company. Ensign bright and clean, probably never flown. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. (F). $88. (shown at top) 

8109-16. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1966 - date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30” h x 48”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard has had little if any wear, may never have been flown. Made of nylon / wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked on hem is “Nylanin. Annin & Co., Verona, N.J. ”. Wonderful example of the Coast Guard ensigns for your display and quite difficult to get in such fine condition. Superb condition, as nice as you will find. the colors are still bright, entirely intact, with no holes or soiling. No fraying or wear. Very good condition for its age. (F-).  $178 net.

8109-41. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1966 - date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (16” h x 26”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard has had no wear, in as new condition. Made of nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Wonderful example of the Coast Guard ensigns for your display and quite difficult to get in such fine condition. Superb condition, as new, never flown, as nice as you will find. Very good condition for its age. (F-). $44.

8109ix5 (2) [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.. c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5  (16” h x 28”w) for use on small craft. This size ensign was for use at stations or on small or medium size craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is fresh and as new, having never been used and still in original bag. Made of 100% all nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. by Valley Forge Flag Co. Inc. “G-Spec.” Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Clean, crisp, never used in original box. The perfect ensign for flying or display at an affordable price. (M).   $58 net.

8109b5. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966-date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (29”h x 48”w). Marked on hem “USCG Ensign Size No. 4”. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is made of 100% nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966-present]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Ensign bright, only a few small stains and light soil from storage, probably never flown. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. (F). $78 net.

8109xx. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966-date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (16” h x 25w) for use on small craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is fresh, some light use and fading, made of nylon/wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by the Annin & Company. Wonderful for your display and quite  difficult to get these original ensigns. Good condition, light soiling and fading, intact save one small tear. (VG-). $64 net.  

8109jjj [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5  (14” h x 25”w) for use on small craft. This size ensign was for use at stations or on small or medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is fresh with little or no use. Made of nylon with fabric hem. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Perfect for flying or display. (F).  $88 net.

8109nn [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1990’s. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign (15”h x 24”w) was flown on the US Coast Guard Cutter Cape Fox in the 1970’s. The Cape Fox was a 95-footer out of Key West . This size ensign was for use at stations or on small or medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is fresh though frayed on the end from use. Made of 100% all nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. by Dettra [Dura-Lite]. Stamped on canvas hem is “USCG Flag Ensign”. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Perfect for flying or display. (VG-).  $88 net.

8109ii. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966-80’s. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (14 ½” h x 26"w) for use on small craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is fresh, only light use, made of nylon/wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. By Paramount Flag Company, San Francisco. Hem marked “U.S.C.G. Ensign Size [5]”. Wonderful for your display and quite  difficult to get these original ensigns. Quite nice, only very light soiling from age, intact, no holes, crisp. (VG+).  $118 net.  

8109gx5. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.c.1966-. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15”h x 26”w). Marked on hem “USCG Ensign Size No. 5”. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is as new and completely intact, made of nylon/wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966-present]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by the Paramount Company. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Superb condition, light age toning and few pin-size spots, probably never flown. (F-).  $188 net.

8109yyy [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5  (15” h x 25”w) for use on small craft. This size ensign was for use at stations or on small or medium size craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is fresh and as new, having never been used. Made of 100% all nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked “Coast Guard Ensign No. 5”. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Clean, crisp, never used, the perfect ensign for flying or display at an affordable price. (F).   $88 net.

8109-23. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign. c.1966 - date. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30” h x 48”w) for use on small and medium size craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard has never been flown. Made of nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Marked on hem is “Flag, Ensign, U.S.C.G. Size 4. Annin & Co. ”. Wonderful example of the Coast Guard ensigns for your display and quite difficult to get in such fine condition. Superb condition, as nice as you will find. the colors are still bright, entirely intact, with no holes or soiling. No fraying or wear, as new. (F-).  $88 net.

8109dddd. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.c.1966-. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 50”w). Marked on hem “USCG Ensign Size No. 5”. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is as new and completely intact, made of nylon/wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966-present]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by the Paramount Company. Wonderful for your display and quite  difficult to get these original ensigns. Superb condition, as new, never flown. (F).  $218 net.  

8109r4. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966-. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (15”h x 25”w). Marked on hem “USCG Ensign Size No. 5”. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is made of 100% nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966-present]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Ensign is clean and bright, probably never flown. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. (F). $88 net.  

8109-5  [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.. c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4  (29” h x 49”w) for use on small craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is overall clean with only light wear. Made of nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. by Dura-Lite Flag Co. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Clean, fresh, never flown, the perfect ensign for flying or display at an affordable price. (F).  $88 net.

8109-8  [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.. c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4  (29” h x 49”w) for use on small craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is overall clean with only light wear. Made of nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. by Dura-Lite Flag Co. (Dettra). Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Clean, fresh, just a bit of fraying to one corner, the perfect ensign for flying or display at an affordable price. (VG+).  $78 net.

8109ux5  [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.. c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5  (15” h x 24”w) for use on small craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is fresh and as new, having never been used and still in original sealed box. Made of nylon / wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. by American Flag & Banner Co., Clifton, NJ. Dated 1972. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Clean, crisp, the perfect ensign for flying or display at an affordable price. (F).  $118 net.

8109-11  [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.. c.1966 – date.  Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5  (15” h x 24”w) for use on small craft. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is overall clean with only light wear. Made of 100% nylon bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1950’s]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. by Valley Forge Flag Company. It is quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Clean, new, in original packaging, fresh, never flown, the perfect ensign for flying or display at an affordable price. (M).  $48 net.

8109J4. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign c.1966-. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #4 (30”h x 53”w). Marked on hem “USCG Ensign Size No. 4”. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is as new and completely intact, made of 75% nylon / 25% wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966-present]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Manufactured by the Annin & Co., Verona, NJ. Wonderful for your display and quite  difficult to get these original ensigns. Superb condition, as new, never flown, in original packaging. (F).  $238 net.

8109rrr. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Ensign.. c.1966's-80’s. Official U. S. Coast Guard Ensign size #5 (14 ½” h x 26"w) for use on small craft. Ensign manufactured for Coast Guard use and is made of nylon/wool bunting. Pattern is of the later design consisting of vertical red/white stripes, with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the right portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [post 1966]. Top left corner is white with U. S. eagle and shield with bunched stars above. Mfg. By Paramount Flag Company, San Francisco. Hem marked “U.S.C.G. Ensign Size 5”. Includes 19” wooden jackstaff to which ensign is clipped. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get these original ensigns. Had seen use - moderate soiling from age, light fraying to end. Otherwise intact, no holes. (G+).  $118 net.

Other Coast Guard Flags

2126b. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral (upper half) Flag or Ensign c.1916-1966. Official U. S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Flag size #6  (42” h x 63”w) for use on vessels when the Admiral was on board. Ensign was manufactured for the Coast Guard use and is still fresh with light use. Made of 100% nylon with sewn on pattern. Pattern consists of a field of blue with Coast Guard shield on crossed anchors overlaying on the center portion, without the words “Semper Paratus” [1966-date], flanked by two white stars. Manufacturer not marked. Marked “ U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral No. 6”. Coast Guard personal flags are used according to the same rules followed by the Navy, serving as a distinctive mark in lieu of the commission pennant when a flag officer is on board a ship. Today the Commandant of the Coast Guard flies a flag similar to that of the Chief of Naval Operations, but with the Coast Guard seal in full color replacing the Navy's eagle and anchor. Today the Commandant is the Coast Guard's only full admiral. Before 1979, Commandants simply flew the flag appropriate to their rank, up to a four star version similar to the Navy full admiral's flag with the Coast Guard emblem in the center in white. When displayed in the bow of a boat, the staff would be ornamented with a spread eagle finial. Wonderful for your display and quite difficult to get any early Admiral flags. Overall clean, perfect for display. (VG+). $135.

11197. Signal flag. Red pennant “R”. 4’ x 7’6”. Wool blend. $34.

11198. (Coast Guard small boat U.S. flag) 50-star. 16” x 30”. Dura-Lite. Nylon blend. As new. $24.

11199. (Coast Guard small boat U.S. flag #12) 48-star. 16” x 30”. Annin. Nylon. As new. $34.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Pennants: The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary was formed in 1939 to provide a civilian reserve to support the Coast Guard's ability to cope with the boom in recreational boating in the United States. It is an unpaid, voluntary organization of boaters, aircraft owners, and others who make their equipment available to support any of the Coast Guard's statutory missions. Boats belonging to members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and meeting standards of equipment and training set forth by the Commandant of the Coast Guard are designated "operational facilities" and authorized to display the Coast Guard Auxiliary ensign. Below pennants are heavy marine-grade nylon with sewn hems and durable polyester duck header with brass grommets. Below pennants are lightly used.

SR-441. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Ensign. This flag is medium blue with a broad white diagonal band and the Auxiliary emblem in blue and white on the center. Size #4 11 ½” x 20”. By Dura-Lite. $15 Sold.

SR-442. Division Vice Captain Pennant. This flag is red triangular shaped pennant with the Auxiliary emblem in white and a white “1” beyond the center. $15

SR-444. Division Captain Pennant. Sold.

8109-73. (pennant) U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Past District Officer Pennant. This flag is blue swallow-tale pennant with the Auxiliary emblem in white and a blue “II” above the center. Marked on hem “OFF. U.S.C.G. Aux. 03-003”. Size #4 16” x 24”. $28.

SR-513. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla Commander (FC) Pennant. Flag is deep blue with the Auxiliary emblem in blue and white on the center. Size 11” x 23”. By Pageantry World. Only light wear and soiling. (VG). $15. (shown at top in photo)

8109-62. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla Staff Officer (FSO)Pennant. Size  11” x 23”. Official U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Pennant. Light use, some wear to hoist, light soiling. The US Coast Guard Auxiliary is a civilian organization formed in 1939 formed to bolster the official Coast Guard. The organization consists of voluntary boaters who provide support to the Coast Guard in the form of equipment, education, and inspection. Made of 100% nylon bunting, two sided, sewn. The flag features the Coast Guard Auxiliary insignia on a field of yellow. (VG-). $12. Sold. 

8109-63. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Past Division Staff Officer Pennant. Size  11” x 18”. Official U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Pennant. Only very light use, very light soiling. The US Coast Guard Auxiliary is a civilian organization formed in 1939 formed to bolster the official Coast Guard. The organization consists of voluntary boaters who provide support to the Coast Guard in the form of equipment, education, and inspection. Made of 100% nylon bunting, two sided, sewn. The flag features the Coast Guard Auxiliary insignia on a field of yellow, with one blue bar. (VG-). $14.

Coast Guard Standard Pennants.

2929. [flag] U. S. Coast Guard Standard [Flag]. c.1950-. Official U. S. Coast Guard Standard from Coast Guard Station Centre Moriches, Long Island, New York. Large Coast Guard Standard measures 50” x 66”. This flag is from the estate of a retired Coast Guardsman from Long Island, having served at the Center and East Moriches stations and was given to him on his retirement in the 1950's. Flag was manufactured for Coast Guard use and is completely intact, made of nylon bunting. An illustration in 1917 shows the Coast Guard standard as a white flag with a blue eagle with and 13 stars in a semi-circle surrounding it. At a later date, the words, "United States Coast Guard-- Semper Paratus" were added. After 1950, the semi-circle of stars was changed to the circle containing 13 stars. The Coast Guard standard is used during parades and ceremonies and is sometimes adorned by battle streamers. The Coast Guard is unique to the other services for they have two official flags, the Coast Guard standard and the Coast Guard ensign. Flag consists of blue eagle holding a red-white stripped shield, with bunched stars, "United States Coast Guard-- Semper Paratus"  in blue surrounding on  white field. Flag is complete with sewn in leather attachments in hem. Manufacturer not noted. Rare find, wonderful for your display. Very nice condition, only light soiling. (VG+). $74 net. (similar shown in b/w)

Commissioning Pennants.

8109-70. [commissioning pennant] U. S. Coast Guard Commissioning Pennant. c.1940’s. Official Commissioning Pennant No. 7 (2 ” h x 50”w). Pennant was flown from the mast-head on commissioning and is heavily soiled with some fading, having been flown for a time. However no fraying, entirely intact. Field consists of red/white stripes, with 13 printed on blue stars on white at the head. Pennant is probably WW II vintage or slightly later. Extremely rare, this is a wonderful item for your display and quite difficult to get these original pennants. (VG-). $124.

8109wx5. [commissioning pennant] U. S. Navy/Coast Guard Commissioning Pennant. Official U. S. Coast Guard Commissioning Pennant No. 6 (2 ½”  h x 72”w). Pennant was flown from the mast-head on commissioning and is fresh, as new, never been flown. Made of  nylon - wool bunting by Annin &  Company. Field consists of red/white stripes, with 13 printed on blue stars on white field at the head. Pennant is in original packaging and dated 1971, and has never been flown.  Fresh, clean, extremely rare, this is a wonderful item for your display and quite difficult to get these original pennants. (F). $228 net.

8109-28. [commissioning pennant] U. S. Navy/Coast Guard Commissioning Pennant. Official U. S. Coast Guard Commissioning Pennant No. 7 (2 ¼”  h x 72”w). Pennant was flown from the mast-head on commissioning and is fresh, as new, never been flown, still in original paper packaging. Made of  nylon - wool bunting by Annin &  Company. Package marked “C.G. No. 7 Nylanin. Annin & Co.” Field consists of red/white stripes, with 13 printed on blue stars on white field at the head. Pennant is in original packaging and has never been flown.  Fresh, clean, extremely rare, this is a wonderful item for your display and quite difficult to get these original pennants. (F). $188.

President of the United States’ Flag & Banner  of the 1916 Design

“..The Executive Flags of the United States are official flags designated to represent particular offices in the executive branch, most notably, the President of the United States…. As early as 1818 a flag to represent the Chief Executive of the United States was considered but it was not until 1882 that a design was officially adopted, during the administration of President Chester Arthur…. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson noted the two military Presidential flags being carried in a parade. With input from Secretary of the Navy Byron McCandless and Assistant Secretary of the Navy (and future President) Franklin Roosevelt, President Wilson decided to combine aspects of the Navy and Army flag into a single flag. The four white corner stars of the Army flag were retained, and added to the Navy flag's design.  The 13 stars surrounded by a ring of rays was replaced by white cloud puffs in an arc above an arc of 13 stars…. The 1916 President's Flag remained official through World War I and World War II, until 1946 when President Truman adjusted the flag due to some criticism that the eagle's head on the 1916 flag faced toward the clutched arrows (to many, signifying war) and toward the left (known in heraldry as the sinister side)….” [from WWW.rareflags.com]. The design in use today includes the eagle turned to the right toward the olive branches and the four corner stars are replaced by a ring of 48 stars, etc. 

It is unknown the date of these two pieces and whether they are original from the period 1916-1946, or are more recently manufactured for some reason. One expert on period flags commented” “While the banner does look like it is the style of the President’s flag with the Great Seal and four corner stars, it somehow looks very “new” to me, as if they were made recently but with an older design….” These two pieces were found inside an old Coast Guard station being renovated some years ago. 

SR-578. President of the United States’ Banner 1916 Design. Banner 20” x 32” 1-sided. $175

SR-579. President of the United States’ Flag 1916 Design. 34” x 48” 2-sided double thickness (2 pieces) of material. $275

22153. [Ensign, U. S. Power Squadron c.1950-70’s.] Organized in 1914, USPS is a non profit, educational organization dedicated to making boating safer and more enjoyable by teaching classes in seamanship, navigation and related subjects. The term "Power Squadrons" in the name dates to their founding in 1914 by the power boat division of the Boston Yacht Club. Following the first World War, their ranks broadened to include all types of boats and sailors. While they have many joint programs with the United States Coast Guard, the CG Auxiliary, and the National Ocean Services division of NOAA, USPS is a private, totally self-supporting organization. Members are boating families who contribute to their communities by promoting safe boating through education. USPS has some 60,000 members organized into 450 squadrons across the country and in some US territories. USPS is the world's largest non-profit boating organization and has been honored by three US presidents for its civic contributions. This U.S. Power squadron ensign dates probably from the 1950-70’s and would have been flown from a private power boat by a squadron member. The USPS ensign is flown as a signal to others that the boat is commanded by an active member of USPS in good standing. The preferred location for flying the USPS ensign is the starboard yardarm or spreader, underway or at anchor, or made fast to shore, on motor and sailing craft. It may be flown from the stern staff in place of the U.S. or yacht ensign, but this is usually done only on smaller boats that lack a mast. On sailboats underway, it may be flown from the aftermost peak or leech in place of other ensigns. The USPS ensign may be flown at its proper location on boats displaying the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary ensign to indicate the owner is a member of both organizations; however, it cannot be flown if the craft is under Coast Guard orders. This flag is professionally manufactured and machine sewn. It has a white anchor stitched on a red background circled by 13 stars individually sewn on both sides. It has 6 vertical white stripes and 7 vertical blue stripes. Each of the white and blue stripes are 4" wide. Flag is made of cotton and has reinforced edge with 2 brass grommets. Marked "Defiance cotton bunting, [by] Annin". Flag measures 34" x 52", is bright and clean, and in very nice condition. (VG+). $76. (similar shown) 

28392b. (semaphore signal flag) U.S. Coast Guard semaphore signal flag “O” Oscar  c.1940. Original semaphore flag originating from the U.S. Coast Guard Buoy Tender Mesquite WAGL / WLB-305 (1943). Flag is linen or cotton/wool  and measures about 16” square, and include cloth ties. The Semaphore flag signaling system is a system for conveying information at a distance using an alphabet signalling system based on the waving of a pair of hand-held flags in a particular pattern. The flags are held, arms extended, in various positions representing each of the letters of the alphabet. The pattern resembles a clock face divided into eight positions: up, down, out, high, low, for each of the left and right hands (LH and RH) six letters require the hand to be brought across the body so that both flags are on the same side. This system was used bu the Life Saving Service and early Coast Guard for communicating with vessels, and is still used during underway replenishment at sea and is acceptable for emergency communication in daylight or, using lighted wands instead of flags, at night. The flag is square, this one being red and yellow, divided diagonally (“Oscar”). Flag is as original but without handles. Flag is as new, having never been used and date from the 1940’s. (F-). One “O” flag $12.

(Courtesy U.S. Army)

28392c. (wig wag signal flag) U.S. Coast Guard Wig-Wag Signal  c. c.1953-1966. Original white on red wig-wag signal flag dates from c.1953-1966 as it was found with a c.1953-1966 Coast Guard ensign at an estate of a retired Coast Guardsman. Flag appears to be nylon/wool blend and measures about 23” square, with ties on two corners. The oldest flag system associated with the US Army Signal Corps and later used by the Revenue Cutter Service, Coast Guard and Navy, is called Wig-wag. The name reflects the concept of back and forth movement as a means of signaling through motion. Flags used were white on red, red on white, or white on black, depending on the background colors. There were generally three sizes depending on signal distances - two, four, or six feet square. Wig-wag is the signaling system was developed for military field operations by Army surgeon Albert J. Myer prior to the Civil War. Myers’ Wig-wag system uses one flag for signaling - the position of the flags, left, right, front, represent the numerals 1, 2, 3 respectively and combinations of these numerals are used to convey the message. Flag is as original with cloth ties and is nearly unused except for very light fraying at the two outer corners. Dates before 1966. Rare. (VG+). $54.

27455a. Signal Flag. International Code of Signals Letter “G”. Size 3 ½. Measures 5’ x 6’. With nylon halyard sewn into hoist terminated with brass ring and snap. Fresh, never flown. $48. 

27455b. Signal Flag. International Code of Signals Letter “I”. Size 4. Measures 3’ x 4’. With nylon halyard sewn into hoist terminated with brass ring and snap. Fresh, never flown. $48. 

16240. (burgee) Yacht Club Burgee on Wooden Jack Staff. Sacramento Yacht Club c.1930’s. Distinctive early yacht club burgee is red white and blue on wool, sewn. 20" by 27". Pennant is made of wool , tip worn 3” from use, tears at hem, moderate to heavy mothing. Original wood pole is 35" long. Believe that it dates to 1930’s-40’s. The Sacramento Yacht Club (South River Road, West Sacramento Cal.) is the oldest boating organization in the Sacramento River-Delta region. SYC's official founding dates to 1929, with roots reaching back to rowing clubs in the 1800s. The club called several locations homeport, but in 1947 purchased a former Navy barge and used it as a clubhouse for more than three decades. Early yacht club burgees are quite difficult to find. (G+). $110.

Say "Hello" to your Favorite Lighthouse Keeper with our Reproduction of the Original United States Lighthouse Service Triangular Station Flag.

Treat your family to these replicas of the official sewn U. S. Lighthouse Service flags. Flag is professionally made in the United States of high quality two-ply spun woven polyester flag material, double sewn, with appliquéd (hand sewn) pattern, reverse back and finished with brass grommets for attaching to halyard. Professionally made to withstand rugged use. 

Regarding our flags, one customer noted: "It arrived. I love it and so will our neighbors.  Happy holidays.  Virginia"

10281. [reproduction] U. S. Lighthouse Service Station Flag. This triangular station flag measures 48” long by 25” and is typical of the flags once flown on Lighthouse Service vessels and at the light stations for over one hundred years. The flag is of the standard design, with red border on a field of white, with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Made in America. (design as shown above) $98.95.

Photo courtesy Chad Kaiser, U.S.L.H.S.

Our flag shown flying at the headquarters of the U. S. Lighthouse Society at Point No Point Lighthouse, Washington.

Our flag shown being raised at the Graves Lighthouse in Boston Harbor. The light, now privately owned, is being carefully restored and cared for by its new owners. 

1521e. [reproduction] U. S. Lighthouse Service Station Flag. This triangular station flag measures 44” long by 27” high and is reminiscent of the flags once flown on Lighthouse Service vessels and at the light stations for over one hundred years. The flag is triangular,  double sided sewn, with the standard design, with red border on a field of white, with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Appears to be 100% polyester. Light weight with sewn edges and hem. Great for display, without grommets. Probably flown once, with light fraying to tip. (VG+). $66.

1521f. [reproduction] U. S. Lighthouse Service Station Flag. This triangular station flag measures 44” long by 28” high and is reminiscent of the flags once flown on Lighthouse Service vessels and at the light stations for over one hundred years. The flag is triangular,  printed with the standard design, with red border on a field of white, with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. 100% polyester, applique. Light weight with sewn edges, hem without grommets. For light occasional use or display. Made in China. From Wells, Maine “Lighthouse Depot” store new old stock c.2005. In original packaging. (M). $49.95.

21426. . [reproduction] U. S. Lighthouse Service District Superintendent’s Flag. This rectangular flag measures 48” long by 24” and is typical of the flags once flown on Lighthouse Service Tenders when the District Superintendent was on board. The flag is of the standard design, with navy blue border on a field of white, with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Made in America. $149.95.

21425. [reproduction] U. S. Lighthouse Service District Inspector’s Flag. This triangular flag measures 48” long by 25” and is typical of the flags once flown on Lighthouse Service Tenders when the District Inspector was on board. The flag is of the standard design, with navy blue border on a field of white, with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Made in America.  $98.95.

13240. American Flag. 3’ x 5”. Sewn nylon flags are the most popular outdoor flags. They are very attractive to look at, durable, affordable, and they fly with the least wind. Our flags are beautiful with embroidered stars and sewn stripes , very durable, should typically last 12 months or more. These flags are 100% Made in the USA of Dupont Solarmax nylon fabric with 4 rows of stitching on fly end, and strong brass grommets. Perfect for flying at your home or camp. New, Made in USA. $21.95. 

25356. Enamel U. S. Lighthouse Service Flag Lapel Pin. Perfect for your cap or lapel. Enamel lapel pin includes the triangular Lighthouse Service flag on a white rectangular background. With the words “U. S. Lighthouse Service Flag. With clutch back, perfect to use on your cap, lapel or on your uniform. ” ¾” x 7/8”.  (M). $3.95

Reproduction of the Original United States Life Saving Service Pennant.

Treat your family to this replica of the official sewn U. S. Life Saving Service flag. Flag is professionally made of high quality 400 denier nylon flag material, using an applique (cut and sewn) construction. The header is woven polypropylene webbing (not lightweight canvas) with #3 brass grommets for attaching to halyard. The flags are double sided. Professionally made in the United States and will last longer than most others that you may find. Our pennants are flown at stations across the country as well on vessels of the U. S. Coast Guard and have received the highest praise.

27463S. [reproduction] U. S. Life Saving Service Station Flag - small. This triangular station flag measures 24” long by 12” high and is typical of the flags once flown at Life Saving Service stations to identify them as such to vessels at sea. The flag is of the standard design instituted by General Superintendent Sumner I Kimball, with blue, white and red fields and one white star. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Made in America. (design as shown above) $54.95.

27463L. [reproduction] U. S. Life Saving Service Station Flag - large. This triangular station flag measures 48” long by 25” and is typical of the flags once flown at Life Saving Service stations to identify them as such to vessels at sea. The flag is of the standard design instituted by General Superintendent Sumner I Kimball, with blue, white and red fields and one white star. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Made in America. (design as shown above) $84.95.

27463. [reproduction] U. S. Life Saving Service Station Flag - Heavy Duty. This triangular station flag measures 48” long by 25” and is typical of the flags once flown at Life Saving Service stations to identify them as such to vessels at sea. The flag is of the standard design instituted by General Superintendent Sumner I Kimball, with blue, white and red fields and one white star. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions, poly construction. Made in America. (M). $109.95.

12239. [reproduction] U. S. Life Saving Service District Number Flag. This square district flag measures 38” by 38” and is typical of the flags once flown at Life Saving Service stations to identify the Life-Saving District as such to vessels at sea. The flag is of the standard design instituted by General Superintendent Sumner I Kimball. Each district had a distinct design and colors, with the district number in black. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Made in America. (design for District #5 as shown above) $98.95.

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