Antique 1895 Memorial Day Ribbon Cleveland Ohio Civil War GAR Ephemera 7” (Y155) For Sale

Item SpecificsType: Ribbon / Badge / EphemeraYear: 1895Event: Memorial Day / Decoration DayCity/State: Cleveland, OhioTheme: Patriotic, Military & Wartime (Civil War / G.A.R. Era)Size: Approx. 7" x 2.25" Original Antique Item DescriptionAntique 1895 Memorial Day Ribbon – Cleveland, Ohio (May 30th, 1895)Up for buy-it-now is a rare, genuine antique Memorial Day silk ribbon from Cleveland, Ohio, dated May 30th, 1895.This late 19th-century ribbon dates back to the era when Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) Civil War veterans heavily organized and led Decoration/Memorial Day services. It features beautifully detailed black graphic printing on a rich red fabric backdrop.Design Elements:Top text: "MEMORIAL DAY."Center Graphic: Two crossed American flags draped around a laurel wreath featuring a banner that reads "IN MEMORIAM".Bottom text: "CLEVELAND, MAY 30TH, 1895."Condition & Measurements:Dimensions: Approximately 7 inches long by 2.25 inches wide.Condition: In good antique condition considering its age of over 130 years. The printing remains crisp, bold, and fully legible. There is natural fraying present at both the top and bottom edges, which adds to its authentic historic charm. The reverse side is blank and shows no heavy staining or tearing. Please review the detailed photos to judge the condition for yourself.A wonderful addition to any Cleveland local history, Ohio ephemera, or late 19th-century patriotic ribbon collection.