1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition 2-cent stamp
United States · 1909 · 2¢
The stamp features a portrait of William H. Seward, Secretary of State, who negotiated the Alaska Purchase. The design includes 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and 'TWO CENTS' at the bottom.
Issued for the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition, this stamp commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Alaska Purchase and the 10th anniversary of the Klondike Gold Rush, highlighting the development of the US Northwest.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing · License: Public domain
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