Obverse
Reverse
Obverse Attachment
ZFC1040
International Code of Signals Q
Sub-collection: Signal FlagsInternational Code of Signals Q
International Code of Signals Q
Spoken Quebec
Meaning my vessel is healthy and I request free practique
Since 1870 the ICS or International Code of Signals has been used by merchant vessels and warships as the basis for an international language by mariners. In 1965, management of the ICS was taken over by the United Nations' International Maritime Organization. Each major seafaring country still publishes the ICS for the use of its mariners. In the US Navy it is Hydrographic Office publication #102.
ZFC Collectible Flag
Hoist & Fly | |
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| Width of Hoist | 87.5 |
| Length of Fly | 64.5 |
Stripes | |
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| Size of Hoist | 1.5 |
Stars | |
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| Are there stars on obverse? | no |
| Are there stars on reverse? | no |
Stripes | |
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| Has a Blood Stripe? | no |
Fabric | |
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| Fabric | Wool |
| Comments on Fabric | Bunting |
Thread | |
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| Thread Material | Cotton |
Attachment | |
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| Comments on Method of Attachmen | Sleeve with rope and wodden attachments |
Documentation | |
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| Drawings |
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Condition | |
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| Condition | Good |
| Damage | Small stains |
| Displayable | yes |
Date | |
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| Date | Circa 1940's |