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uncommonpre-1900
George Washington Foreign Exchange Revenue Stamp
United States · 1863 · $1.60
This revenue stamp features a central portrait of George Washington, framed by text indicating its purpose as a foreign exchange stamp and its denomination of $1.60.
Issued in 1863, this stamp was part of a series of revenue stamps implemented by the United States to fund the Union's efforts during the American Civil War.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
scottR79c
Image: James St. John · License: CC BY 4.0
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