United States 2 Cents George Washington Revenue Stamp, 1862 First Issue, Perforated

United States · 1862 · 2 cents

This 2 cents revenue stamp from the United States' 'First Issue' series, released in 1862, features a portrait of George Washington. It is a perforated variety, distinguished by a handstamp cancel dated December 13, 1868, which is less common than the typical manuscript cancellations found on revenue stamps.

Issued during the American Civil War, these revenue stamps were crucial for the Union's war effort, helping to fund the conflict through taxation on various goods and services.