1 dollar George Washington Conveyance Revenue Stamp
United States · 1862 · $1
A $1 revenue stamp featuring a left-facing portrait of George Washington within an ornate oval frame, with 'U.S. INTER. REV.' at the top. It is a perforated variety from the First Issue of U.S. revenue stamps.
Issued in 1862, this stamp was part of the United States' First Issue of revenue stamps, created to help fund the Union during the American Civil War. It was specifically used for conveyance documents, with users required to sign and date the stamp upon use.
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Engraved
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Image: James St. John · License: CC BY 4.0
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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