Civil War Patriotic Cover – Excelsior – Dramatic Young Flag Bearer Engraving

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$20.00

Civil War Patriotic Cover – Excelsior – Dramatic Young Flag Bearer Engraving. Striking Civil War-era patriotic envelope featuring a finely detailed black engraving of a youthful figure standing upon a rocky ledge, holding a large flag inscribed "EXCELSIOR." With one arm raised toward the heavens, the figure presents a dramatic image of courage, ambition, and determination.

The mountainous landscape and carefully executed engraving make this a particularly appealing example of illustrated Civil War stationery. Unused, with light age toning and minor scattered spotting. Original. 

Part of a huge collection of patriotic Civil War covers in very fine condition that we recently acquired. 

Historical Notes

"Excelsior," meaning "ever upward," became a familiar expression of aspiration and perseverance during the nineteenth century. The term gained additional popularity through Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 1841 poem of the same name, which tells of a determined young man carrying a banner bearing the word. Its imagery was particularly well suited to the patriotic enthusiasm of the Civil War era.

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Price$20.00
Conditionused
Product ConditionVery fine
Size5.5" x 3.125"
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