US 1-cent Benjamin Franklin Definitive
United States · 1908 · 1¢
The stamp features a central vignette of Benjamin Franklin's portrait, facing left, within an oval frame. 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' is at the top, and the denomination '1 C' is at the bottom.
This stamp is part of the iconic Washington-Franklin series, which served as the definitive postage stamps for the United States for many years. It was issued during a period of significant postal reform and standardization.
Printing Method
Engraved
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