60 cents George Washington Inland Exchange Revenue Stamp

United States · 1862 · 60¢

The stamp features a left-facing portrait of George Washington within an oval frame. It is inscribed 'U.S. INTER. REV.' at the top and '60 CENTS' at the bottom, with 'INLAND' and 'EXCHANGE' on the sides.

Issued in 1862, this revenue stamp was part of a series created to help fund the Union's efforts during the American Civil War. These stamps were required for various transactions, serving as a direct tax.