This fine revenue cutter ensign measures approx. 47” x 30”. The flag features 16 vertical red and white stripes, a canton showing a blue American eagle with an arc of 13 stars above, and a red and white American shield on its chest. The heavy white cotton canvas hoist has a brass grommet at the top and bottom. The hoist is stenciled in black ink with “COPELAND WASHINGTON”. M.G. Copeland of Washington, DC was established in 1862, but there are no known Civil War flags by him. He did produce flags quite prolifically during the Spanish-American War era until the dawn of the 20th century. This flag likely dates between 1890 and 1910. CONDITION: flag shows some minor staining on the canton, and the body of the flag shows scattered minor insect damage. The maker’s stencil remains sharp and clear. A visually attractive flag not often seen in today’s market. (02-22465/BF). $400-600.