Alaska Purchase Commemorative
United States · 1967 · 8¢
The stamp features a map of Alaska with a hand pointing to it, and another hand holding a quill pen, symbolizing the 1867 purchase. Text reads 'ALASKA PURCHASE 1867 1967' and 'U.S. POSTAGE 8¢'.
This stamp was issued in 1967 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Alaska Purchase, a landmark event where the United States acquired Alaska from the Russian Empire.
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Lithography / Engraved
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