Product Description
Display the 5 Stripe Mourning Fan Grommets to honor the fallen, crafted for long-lasting outdoor display. Made from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, this flag features alternating black and purple stripes, resisting fading in various climates.
Flag Features:
The heavy-duty brass grommets ensure secure and versatile mounting, perfect for vibrant outdoor displays. Ideal for funerals, memorial sites, or community honors, this emblem honors sacrifice and dignity and is proudly made in the USA with superior craftsmanship. Its somber colors reflect grief and valor, ideal for showing support. Pair with a flagpole or rope for a stunning setup.
Historical Context:
The 5 Stripe Mourning Fan traces its origins to Victorian-era mourning customs, where black crepe signaled loss, evolving to incorporate purple stripes for heroic sacrifice—as in tributes to the 343 firefighters lost on 9/11. It serves as a dignified banner in firehouses and processions, a timeless symbol of collective sorrow and respect for the brave.
Specifications – Grommet Finish:
- Flag material: 100% 200 denier nylon
- Heading material: White poly/cotton duck heading
- Side Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
- Heading Join: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
- Fly Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~8 stitches/inch)
- Grommets: Heavy-duty brass, #2 size, positioned at top and bottom of heading
Description:
The 5 Stripe Mourning Fan consists of:
- Pleated fan shape with five alternating black and purple stripes.
Symbolism:
- Black Stripes: Profound mourning and the void of loss.
- Purple Stripes: Valor, dignity, and tribute to heroes.
- Five Stripes: Unity in grief and layers of sacrifice.
Proportions:
- Standard proportions: 3:5 (height to width).
