uncommon1900-1945

3 Dollars 'Commerce' Documentary Revenue Stamp

Name: 3 Dollars 'Commerce' Documentary Revenue Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1900 · 3 dollars

This three dollars documentary revenue stamp features an allegorical depiction of 'Commerce'. The specific example has a handstamp and three punch holes, indicating its use.

Issued in 1900, this stamp belongs to a series of revenue stamps reintroduced in 1898 to help fund the Spanish-American War, following their initial use during the American Civil War.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

revenue commerce history war

Catalog Numbers

scottR186

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$18

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$12

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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