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uncommonpre-1900
5 cents George Washington Express Revenue Stamp
United States · 1862 · 5 cents
The stamp features a portrait of George Washington, facing left, within an ornate oval frame. The denomination '5 CENTS' is prominently displayed below the portrait.
Issued during the American Civil War, this revenue stamp was part of a series designed to help fund the Union war effort through taxation on various goods and services.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
scottR25c
Image: James St. John · License: CC BY 4.0
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