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United States 1908 2c Washington Imperforate Coil

Name: United States 1908 2c Washington Imperforate Coil
Brand: United States

United States · 1908 · 2c

This definitive stamp features a portrait of the first U.S. President, George Washington, based on the bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon. Issued as an imperforate coil, it was intended for use in private vending and affixing machines which would apply their own perforations or cuts. The design is a classic example of early 20th-century American philately.

Produced during a period of experimentation with stamp formats, these imperforate coils were a response to the growing demand for automated stamp dispensing in businesses and post offices.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

presidents george-washington statesmen imperforate

Catalog Numbers

scott344

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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