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XI International Botanical Congress Douglas Fir

Name: XI International Botanical Congress Douglas Fir
Brand: United States

United States · 1969 · 6¢

The stamp features a stylized green illustration of a Douglas Fir tree against a white background. Text includes 'XIth International Botanical Congress', 'U.S. Postage', and '6¢'.

This stamp was issued to commemorate the XI International Botanical Congress, a significant international scientific event. It highlights the importance of botany and the iconic Douglas Fir tree in the United States.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

botany flora congress commemorative trees

Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Designed by Stanley W. Galli. · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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