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uncommonpre-1900
George Washington Foreign Exchange Revenue Stamp
United States · 1863 · $1.30
The stamp features a portrait of George Washington in an oval frame. It is a $1.30 foreign exchange revenue stamp, perforated.
Issued during the American Civil War, this revenue stamp helped fund the Union's war efforts. It is part of the 'First Issue' of U.S. revenue stamps.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
scottR77c
Image: James St. John · License: CC BY 4.0
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