Description
Celebrate the founding of our beautiful American national by flying the first American flag - the Betsy Ross flag, proudly made in the USA!
Our Betsy Ross flags are traditionally crafted with sewn stripes, meaning that the red and white stripes are cut and sewn together instead of printing the colors on a single sheet of fabric. Additionally, these high-quality flags are printed with UV-blocking inks to help prevent fading and sun damage from outdoor exposure.
We offer the original Betsy Ross flag in two different materials: nylon and cotton. Both options come equipped with a robust canvas header and brass grommets for simple attachment to any standard outdoor flagpole.
Nylon Betsy Ross Flag
Nylon is our general-use option since it is a durable and lightweight fabric built for outdoor flying. Our nylon Betsy Ross flag is available in sizes 2’ x 3’, 3’ x 5’, 4’ x 6’, and 5’ x 8’. Find out which flag size best suits your pole with our flag pole size chart.
Cotton Betsy Ross Flag
Our cotton option is less weather and fray-resistant than nylon. However, these flags offer a more vintage look because they use the same fabric type as 18th-century flags, which makes them great for our historical enthusiasts. The cotton flag is available in 3’ by 5’, an excellent match for our best-selling 6’ tangle-free flagpole.
Note: To help preserve your cotton flags' appearance, we recommend using them indoors or taking them down during inclement weather. Check out our blog for more flag care tips.
Betsy Ross Flag Features
- Made in the United States
- Authentic 1777 design
- Embroidered stars
- Sewn stripes
- Sturdy canvas header
- Rust-resistant brass grommets
Betsy Ross Flag Meaning and History
Since the turn of the 20th century, the original Betsy Ross flag has come to embody popular American patriotism perhaps more than any other flag. And it’s easy to see why: the legend of Betsy Ross and the flag of the 13 colonies is about as American as it gets.
As the story goes, Betsy Ross was a seamstress working in Philadelphia, already well-known in revolutionary circles for her tents, uniforms, and flags. When the founding fathers needed a flag to represent the colonies in Congress, they came to her with their design. Thus, the first American flag, sewn by Betsy Ross and featuring the iconic stars and stripes design, came into being. However, she made one simple but crucial change: she took the stars from six points down to five, making them easier to sew.
Although this legend has since been refuted and is likely an embellishment of history, it remains an endearing story woven into the fabric of American lore. Today, the Betsy Ross flag is one of the most famous and distinctive US flags—a true classic and essential for any patriotic American collector.
When it comes to design, the Betsy Ross flag is quintessential Americana. A circle of thirteen five-pointed stars, brightly contrasted against a royal blue backdrop, represents each of the thirteen original colonies. Stars were chosen to represent “the new constellation” of America, along with thirteen red and white “rebellious stripes.” These stripes were a direct callback to the Sons of Liberty flag, flown by revolutionaries in Boston and Philadelphia.
