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Materials
Choose a display case made from materials that best fit the place where you plan to display your flag. Ready-made display cases come in a variety of woods to match your home decor, including oak, cherry, mahogany and walnut. Non-wood display cases are often made of lightweight aircraft aluminum. Most cases have a glass or acrylic window that reveals the pattern of the flag.
Pedestal
Pedestal stands are available to elevate a flag display case. These stands raise the visibility of cases made to sit on desks or tables. Pedestals also add weight to the base of the display case, making it less likely to fall over. The top of some pedestals swivels, allowing you to view the display case from any angle. Pedestal stands designed for this purpose are made of the same wood or aluminum materials to match the display case you select.
Engraving
Engraved or etched quotations or pictures personalize a flag display case. Some makers sell display cases with pre-engraved messages related to military service and patriotism. Choose a quote or line of a poem that has special meaning to the person or persons represented by this flag. Photo laser etching is available to customize your display (see resource link). This method etches a photograph of a person or group into the clear acrylic.
Service Medallion
Honor the military career of the soldier represented by the flag with a service medallion. Set one of these large, round medallions into the base or pedestal of the flag case. Service medallions are available for members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. Show your solidarity and celebrate freedom with a high-quality, solid-brass service medallion on your flag display case (see resource link).
Weapons
The weapons of war make a classic accompaniment to a flag displayed in a larger shadow box. Crossed swords with the folded flag in the center have a regal and balanced look. Service revolvers and knives will also fit into larger shadow boxes along with a flag. Using a larger multi-item box gives you the room to tell the story of those you've lost by displaying many pieces. Storing weapons in these sealed boxes will keep them clean, and your flag display case will extend the life of all enclosed memorabilia.