rarepre-1900

Burgoyne Stamp Essay

Name: Burgoyne Stamp Essay
Brand: United States
Availability: InStock

United States · 1869 · 3 CENTS

A 3-cent stamp essay featuring a central oval portrait of General John Burgoyne, framed by ornate scrollwork. The text 'U.S. POSTAGE' is at the top, and '3 CENTS' is at the bottom.

This 1869 essay was a proposed design for a United States postage stamp, but it was ultimately not adopted for official issue. It represents a fascinating piece of philatelic history, showcasing an alternative design considered during a period of significant change in US stamp production.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

portrait historical-figure essay

Image: <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:BFolkman" title="User:BFolkman">BFolkman</a> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2,325

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,395

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$775

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$387

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$155

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.