Vintage 1960s/70s Black American Heritage Flag 2x3 Cotton Civil Rights RARE For Sale

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Vintage 1960s/70s Black American Heritage Flag 2x3 Cotton Civil Rights RARE:
$2999.00

*** There is NO PHOTO included in this lot. It is only for the flag.*** The photo is shown for reference.
Rare Vintage Black American Heritage Flag 2x3 Cotton - Dettra RN 32335 (1960s/70s)Up for sale is a rare, authentic vintage Black American Heritage Flag in a 2x3 foot size. This is a true historical piece featuring the original, authorized 1967 design by civil rights activists Melvin Charles and Gleason T. Jackson.Unlike modern polyester reproductions or unauthorized "cartoonish" redesigns, this flag features the accurate, dignified styling of the central wreath and blunted sword, crafted in beautifully textured 100% cotton.ITEM SPECIFICS & PROVENANCE:

Manufacturer: Stamped "RN 32335" on the heavy canvas header, identifying this as an authentic vintage piece produced by the historic Dettra Flag Company (Oaks, PA).
Material: 100% Cotton (stamped on header).
Dimensions: 2 x 3 feet (perfect for framing or historical display).
Design: Features the authorized diagonal red and black panels, accented by the gold fig wreath and a centered blunted sword.

THE HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE:
Conceived in 1967 during the height of the Civil Rights Movement, Melvin Charles and Gleason T. Jackson created this flag to provide Black Americans with a symbol of national unity, remembrance, and pride. By December 1967, the flag received formal recognition from President Lyndon B. Johnson.Every element of this flag carries profound meaning:

Red Stripes: Represents the rich blood shed in the pursuit of freedom, justice, and human dignity.
Black Stripes: Symbolizes intense pride in Black identity and pigmentation.
The Blunted Sword: Emblematic of pride coupled with a commitment to peace ("to blunt a sword means to cultivate the earth").
The Golden Wreath: Represents peace, prosperity, strength, resilience, and eternal life.

CONDITION REPORT:
This is a genuine vintage textile with authentic historical character. The canvas header shows minor age-toning and crisp, legible manufacturer stamps. The fly shows honest vintage patina, including a small area of distressing/holes near the central wreath motif (clearly documented in the final listing photo). This wear highlights its age and era—perfect for collectors who appreciate an untouched, historic look.Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Shipped securely with tracking.