49-star Flag 4c 1959 issue U.S. stamp
United States · 1959 · 4¢
The stamp features the 49-star United States flag, with a blue canton containing 49 white stars arranged in a staggered pattern, against a field of red and white stripes.
Issued on July 4, 1959, this stamp commemorates the accession of Alaska as the 49th U.S. state on January 3, 1959, which necessitated the adoption of a new 49-star flag.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Designed by Stevan Dohanos. · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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