Large DDR fahne

[Rik.S]

Good evening,

Yesterday I received my first item of the year, this large DDR fahne. The size is 2,00m x 1,20m (7ft x 4ft) and the condition is unused.



The seller told me this flag was a 'lagerfund' and had the original tag attached. Unfortunately she also told me she put the flag in the washing machine because it was dirty and because of this the tag came of.

I don't know if there is a difference in early or late period DDR flags, but I suspect this might be a later period flag. The reason for thinking this is that the roundels with the Staatwappen are stitched on the flag pretty sloppy in my opinion and also a little bit sideways.
Nevertheless I am still really happy with it and will look to give it a nice spot on the wall.

Regards, Rik

[HARRY THE MOLE]

It appears to be a later banner, the early one's were made of cotton fabric. I'm not sure of the exact dates, but some time in the late 70's - or possibly the very early 80's, they changed over to using a synthetic 'dederon' fabric which was much more durable.

Cheers,
Steve

[Rik.S]

Thank you for the information Steve. The flag is indeed of the synthetic dederon fabric. Now to look for a large cotton fabric one to hang next to it.

[Gunny Hartmann]

Yep i think Steve has nailed it.

[reneblacky]

Nice flag I have to say.
Here's my big bugger one about the same size? cotton.