Thomas Jefferson, 1¢ Blue Green, Third Bureau Issue

Name: Thomas Jefferson, 1¢ Blue Green, Third Bureau Issue
Brand: United States

United States · 1903 · 1¢

This definitive stamp features a portrait of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States. The design is based on a bust by French sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon. Part of the Third Bureau Issue, this stamp was widely used for paying the one-cent postcard rate and as make-up postage.

Issued at the beginning of the 20th century, this series replaced the First Bureau Issue and featured prominent American historical figures, setting a standard for definitive stamp designs for decades.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

presidents famous-people politicians definitive

Catalog Numbers

scott300

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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