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uncommonpre-1900
25 cents George Washington Bond Revenue Stamp
United States · 1862 · 25 cents
The stamp features a portrait of George Washington in an oval frame, with 'U.S. INTER. REV.' and '25 CENTS' text. It has an ornate border and is a perforated variety.
Issued during the American Civil War, this revenue stamp was part of a series designed to help the Union fund the war effort through taxation.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
scottR43c
Image: James St. John · License: CC BY 4.0
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