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National Capitol Sesquicentennial: US Capitol Building

Name: National Capitol Sesquicentennial: US Capitol Building
Brand: United States

United States · 1950 · 3 cents

This stamp commemorates the 150th anniversary of the establishment of Washington D.C. as the nation's capital and the completion of the initial U.S. Capitol Building. It features a detailed depiction of the iconic Capitol Building.

Issued in 1950, this stamp marks a significant milestone in American history, celebrating the enduring symbol of American democracy and the growth of the federal government.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

architecture capitol-building sesquicentennial history government

Catalog Numbers

scott992

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.5

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.35

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