George Washington, 2c Carmine, Washington-Franklin Series

United States of America · 1908 · 2¢

This definitive stamp features a profile portrait of George Washington, the first President of the United States, based on a bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon. The design is framed by an ornate border with the denomination '2' in the lower corners and 'CENTS' at the bottom. This particular issue is part of the extensive Washington-Franklin series, which saw numerous variations in design, perforation, and paper type over its lifespan.

Issued in 1908, this stamp was part of a major overhaul of U.S. definitive postage, introducing the long-running Washington-Franklin series. The 2-cent denomination was the standard rate for domestic first-class mail at the time, making it one of the most widely used stamps in the country.