piece of American flag from USS Constitution War of 1812 battle

By ltmarks, 26 August, 2008
Description

This is a small piece if cloth, actually two pieces, red and white, about 1 square inch each.  There is a letter from the Secretary of the Navy which describes its authenticity from a battle in the war of 1812 between the USS contitution and a british ship (i believe the guerriere).

 

 

Category
Militaria
Medium
cloth
Distinguishing marks
letter from secretary of Navy indicating its authenticity
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
1 square inch of cloth
Date Period
war of 1812
Weight
0
History
gift from a relative of the secretary of the Navy from 200 years ago.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
0 (gift)
For Sale?
No