Original Item: Only One Available. This is a totally original Imperial German WWI Naval War Ensign Battle Flag, with a large Balkenkreuz (Beam Cross) in the field, with a circle around the Imperial German Eagle at the intersection of the cross. The canton of the flag contains the imperial state colors and the Prussian Eisernes Kreuz (Iron Cross). The flag is made of cotton or linen, the standard material for flags of the period.

The flag measures 48" tall and 80" across, one of the larger sizes used. The flag header is canvas, unmarked and without a hanging system. Based on the size of the flag, it was most likely for a sizable ship, though it is not big enough for a capital ship. Those were so large that they are quite hard to display indoors.

This flag is in very good condition, with only minimal age toning and some staining on the header, tearing and holes. It is one of the most attractive issued during WWI, and would make a great display piece.