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uncommonpre-1900
15 cents George Washington Foreign Exchange Revenue Stamp
United States · 1862 · 15¢
This 15-cent perforated revenue stamp features a portrait of George Washington. It was issued for foreign exchange transactions.
Issued during the American Civil War, this stamp was part of a series designed to help the Union fund its war efforts through taxation on various transactions.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
scottR39c
Image: James St. John · License: CC BY 4.0
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