United States 5c Sam Houston
United States · 1964 · 5c
This definitive stamp features a portrait of Sam Houston, a pivotal figure in the history of Texas. The design, based on a bust by sculptor Elisabet Ney, presents a dignified profile of Houston, commemorating his contributions as a soldier and statesman. The stamp is part of the Prominent Americans series, which honored individuals who played significant roles in U.S. history.
Issued in 1964, this stamp honors Sam Houston, the first president of the Republic of Texas and later a U.S. Senator. The Prominent Americans series replaced the earlier Liberty series and was in use for over a decade.
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