The nylon flag was covered by a half inch clear plastic cover.

After they are lowered, the nylon flags are folded and stored in small locked boxes at the base of each pole, Mr. McCann said.

Jones specialized in one-of-a-kind stitched nylon flags personalized for her individual customers.

A little hand-sewn nylon flag was flying from it: black, with the skull and crossbones in white and the circle/slash in red.

Measuring 40 feet tall and 60 feet wide, it is the largest of 13 nylon American flags flying about the casino, most of which are 10 by 25 feet.

The 3 by 5 nylon flag, with embroidered stars and machine-sewn stripes, has a gold cord and tassel.

This year, Mr. Wadsworth helped found the Stars and Stripes Fund and raised $1,200 to buy 60 3-by-5-foot nylon flags.

Flag Types: You can order either a cotton or a nylon flag.

If you plan on flying your flag often, the nylon flags last longer.

If your flag will be flown outside, it is recommended that you purchase a nylon flag.