common1945-1980

1950 3c Samuel Gompers Commemorative

Name: 1950 3c Samuel Gompers Commemorative
Brand: United States

United States · 1950 · 3 cents

This 3-cent commemorative stamp features a portrait of Samuel Gompers, a prominent American labor leader. The design depicts Gompers in a bust format, framed by classical columns and a laurel branch, with 'United States Postage' at the top and 'Samuel Gompers' below his portrait.

Samuel Gompers was a key figure in American labor history, serving as the first president of the American Federation of Labor (AFL) from 1886 until his death in 1924. He was a vocal advocate for workers' rights, fair wages, and improved working conditions.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

labor history portraits social-reform

Catalog Numbers

scott988

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.35

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.2

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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