US 1-cent Franklin definitive stamp
United States of America · 1912 · 1¢
The stamp features a profile portrait of Benjamin Franklin facing left, set within an oval frame. The denomination '1 CENT' is below, and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' is above.
This stamp is part of the US Regular Issue of 1908-1912, known as the Washington-Franklin series, which replaced earlier definitive stamps. It served as a common postage stamp for postcards and first-class mail during the early 20th century.
Printing Method
Engraved
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Image: Clara Mulhollen · License: Public domain
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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