Gold eagle flagpole ornament in polished aluminum for parade poles

Gold Eagle Pole Ornament

SKU: Gold Eagle Pole Ornament

Price range: $40.49 through $53.99

Eagle finial for indoor and parade poles.

  • Material: polished gold aluminum
  • Sizes: 5 in. and 7 in.
  • Design: traditional eagle
  • Use: indoor, parade, ceremonial

Product Description

The gold eagle flagpole ornament is a cast aluminum eagle with a polished gold finish, made for indoor and parade poles. It comes in two sizes, 5 IN and 7 IN, mounts on standard flagpole spindles, and gives a color guard or an office set a metal eagle with real detail at a weight a pole can carry all parade long.

Aluminum is the right metal for a parade eagle. It has the look and heft of a cast ornament without the weight of brass, it does not rust, and the gold finish holds up to handling. Use the 5 IN eagle on a guidon-size or 1 IN pole and the 7 IN eagle on a 1 1/4 IN presentation pole. For a lighter styrene eagle for a stationary office set, see our Classic Eagle.

Gold Eagle Flagpole Ornament Features

  • Cast aluminum – a detailed metal casting that does not rust or crack.
  • Polished gold finish – bright and durable.
  • Two sizes – 5 IN and 7 IN.
  • Standard spindle mount – fits the fittings on our indoor and parade poles.
  • Parade weight – heavy enough to feel like metal, light enough to carry.

Historical Background

Eagles have topped the staffs of the national colors since the early republic, following the bald eagle’s adoption as the national emblem in 1782. Military regulations place the eagle on the staff of the national colors carried by a color guard, and civic honor guards, veterans’ posts, and schools follow the same custom. Cast brass eagles were the standard for generations; aluminum came in during the twentieth century and became the material of choice for a gold eagle flagpole ornament that is carried rather than left standing.

Symbolism at a Glance

  • Eagle: the United States, freedom, and strength.
  • Gold: honor and distinction.
  • Metal casting: permanence and tradition.

  • Material: cast aluminum
  • Finish: polished gold
  • Sizes:
    • 5 IN
    • 7 IN
  • Mounting: standard flagpole spindle
  • Use: indoor and parade poles

  • Color guards and honor guards carrying the national colors on parade.
  • Military and veterans’ organizations on the American flag pole.
  • Government offices and courtrooms for a metal eagle on the national colors.
  • Schools and JROTC units for stationary and parade use.
  • Retirement and presentation gifts on a display pole or mounted on a plaque.

5 IN or 7 IN?

5 IN for a guidon-size staff or a 1 IN pole, and for a lighter parade load. 7 IN for a 1 1/4 IN presentation pole and a fuller look on a 3 FT x 5 FT flag.

Will it fit my pole?

It mounts on the standard spindle at the top of indoor and parade poles. If your pole has an unusual fitting, call us with the measurement.

Is it solid metal?

Yes. Cast aluminum with a polished gold finish, not plastic.

Which flag gets the eagle?

The American flag. Put a spear or ball on the flags beside it.

Can it be used outdoors?

It is intended for indoor and parade use. Aluminum tolerates weather, but the finish will dull with long exposure.

How do I clean it?

Wipe with a soft damp cloth and dry. The gold finish on aluminum does not need polish; abrasive cleaners will dull it.

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