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United States Stamp Collection 1851-1960

Name: United States Stamp Collection 1851-1960
Brand: United States

United States · 1851 ·

An extensive collection of United States postage stamps spanning from 1851 to 1960. The album page shown features various early definitive issues, including classic 19th-century stamps with portraits of prominent American figures.

This collection provides a comprehensive overview of US postal history through its definitive issues, reflecting the nation's development and its iconic figures from the mid-19th century through the mid-20th century.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

united-states early-stamps definitive-stamps portraits historical-figures collection

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3,000

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$2,350

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1,500

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$800

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.

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