Cherry flag and certificate display case with glass fronts
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Capitol Flag Certificate Display Case – Cherry

SKU: Capitol Flag Certificate Display Case – Cherry

$176.99

Holds a folded 3 FT x 5 FT flag with certificates, medals, or photos.

  • Material: laminated cherry finish
  • Fronts: glass
  • Includes: wall-mounting hardware
  • Use: retirement, promotion, memorial

Product Description

This flag and certificate display case holds a folded 3 FT x 5 FT flag in the upper triangle and a certificate, medals, or photographs in the compartment beneath it, behind glass on both. It is built in laminated construction with a cherry finish, has a removable back for loading, and comes with wall-mounting hardware. It is the case for a retirement, a promotion, or a memorial where the flag and the paper that goes with it belong together.

A flag flown over the Capitol comes with a certificate. A retirement flag comes with a certificate of appreciation, and a memorial flag often comes with medals. This case keeps them in one frame. For a flag-only case in the same size, see the Capitol Flag Case, and for burial flag sizes and other styles, our flag display cases.

Flag and Certificate Display Case Features

  • Flag compartment – the upper triangle holds a folded 3 FT x 5 FT flag with the stars showing.
  • Certificate compartment – a rectangular section below for an 8 1/2 IN x 11 IN certificate, medals, ribbons, or photos.
  • Glass on both compartments – the flag and the documents are protected from dust and handling.
  • Removable back – load the flag and certificate from behind without disturbing the glass.
  • Wall-mounting hardware included – hangs flat and level.
  • Cherry finish – laminated construction with a realistic cherry grain.

Historical Background

Pairing the folded flag with the certificate that accompanies it began in military retirement ceremonies, where the flag is presented alongside a certificate signed by the commander, and it spread to law enforcement, fire service, and government retirements. Flags flown over the U.S. Capitol arrive with a certificate from the Architect of the Capitol stating the date and the person honored. A flag and certificate display case keeps the two together, which is why it became the standard retirement gift in agencies across Washington. The customs of folding and presenting the flag are described with the Flag Code.

Symbolism at a Glance

  • Folded flag: service completed with honor.
  • Certificate and medals: the record of that service.
  • Cherry finish: warmth and permanence.

  • Flag capacity: 3 FT x 5 FT flag, folded, flag not included
  • Material: laminated construction, cherry finish, glass fronts
  • Interior dimensions: 15 3/4 IN long x 10 3/4 IN high
  • Exterior dimensions: 17 IN long x 12 IN high x 3 1/4 IN deep
  • Back: removable
  • Mounting: wall-mounting hardware included
  • Use: home, office, and ceremonial display

  • Military, police, and fire retirements the flag and the certificate of appreciation together.
  • Flags flown over the U.S. Capitol with the Architect of the Capitol certificate.
  • Memorial displays a 3 FT x 5 FT flag with medals and a photograph.
  • Promotion and award presentations for the office wall.
  • Corporate and government service awards with a citation in the lower compartment.

Will a burial flag fit?

No. A 5 FT x 9.5 FT burial flag needs our larger casket flag display case. This case is for a 3 FT x 5 FT flag.

What fits in the certificate section?

A standard 8 1/2 IN x 11 IN certificate, or medals, ribbons, patches, and photos arranged on the backing.

How do I load it?

Remove the back, place the folded flag in the upper triangle with the stars facing out, arrange the certificate or medals below, and replace the back.

Is the cherry real wood?

It is a laminated case with a cherry finish, which keeps the cost down and the look consistent. For solid cherry hardwood, see the Capitol Flag Case.

Can it stand on a shelf instead of the wall?

It is designed for wall mounting with the included hardware. It will also sit on a deep shelf leaned against the wall.

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