Three inch gold anodized aluminum flagpole ball finial with ferrule

Ball Pole Ornament

SKU: Ball Pole Ornament

$68.99

Ball finial for indoor and light outdoor poles.

  • Material: gold anodized aluminum
  • Diameter: 3 in.
  • Includes: brass ferrule
  • Use: indoor, light outdoor

Made in the USA

Product Description

The flagpole ball finial is the plainest and most traditional ornament for a flagpole: a 3 IN gold anodized aluminum sphere on a brass ferrule, 6 1/2 IN overall. It suits indoor poles and light outdoor use, it does not carry the eagle’s association with the national flag or the spear’s military one, and it looks right on any flag. Made in the USA.

Choose a ball for state, organizational, and corporate flags, for church and school poles, and for any set where a plain finish is wanted. It threads onto the standard ferrule on our indoor and parade poles. See our hardware and accessories for the poles and stands it matches.

Flagpole Ball Finial Features

  • Gold anodized aluminum – the color is anodized into the metal, so it does not chip or tarnish.
  • 3 IN diameter ball – a full-size sphere that reads from across a room.
  • Brass ferrule – threads onto the standard indoor and parade pole fitting.
  • 6 1/2 IN overall – ball plus ferrule.
  • Light enough for a floor stand – aluminum keeps the top of the pole light.
  • Made in the USA – made in the United States.

Historical Background

The ball is the oldest finial shape and the one used on most outdoor flagpoles, where it caps the pole and sheds water. Indoors it became the neutral choice for flags that are neither national nor military. Gold anodized aluminum replaced brass and gilt wood on most ball finials in the twentieth century because it keeps a bright finish with no polishing. A flagpole ball finial is the finial you see on most state, school, and organizational poles in public buildings.

Symbolism at a Glance

  • Sphere: completeness and neutrality; the finial that carries no rank.
  • Gold finish: distinction and ceremony.

  • Material: gold anodized aluminum, with brass ferrule
  • Ball diameter: 3 IN
  • Overall length: 6 1/2 IN
  • Fits: standard indoor and parade pole ferrules
  • Use: indoor and light outdoor
  • Origin: made in the USA

  • State and county flags standing beside the American flag.
  • Corporate and organizational flags in lobbies and conference rooms.
  • Church and school poles where a plain finial is preferred.
  • Replacing a lost ball on an existing indoor set.
  • Matching several poles with the same neutral finial.

Ball, spear, or eagle?

Eagle for the American flag by custom, spear for military and organizational flags, ball for anything, and especially for sets where a plain, matched look is wanted.

Will it fit my pole?

It threads onto the standard ferrule on indoor and parade poles. Measure the threaded post at the top of your pole and call us if it looks unusual.

Can it go outdoors?

Light outdoor use, yes. Anodized aluminum tolerates weather better than plated finishes. For a permanent outdoor pole, use a ball made for that pole.

Does the gold wear off?

No. Anodizing colors the aluminum itself rather than coating it.

Is the ferrule included?

Yes. The brass ferrule is attached and threads directly onto the pole.

How do I clean it?

Wipe with a soft damp cloth and dry. Anodized aluminum needs no polish and should not be cleaned with abrasives.

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