US 1 Cent Documentary Stamp, Series of 1898
United States · 1898 · 1¢
The stamp features an allegorical female figure, possibly representing Liberty or Justice, with 'ONE CENT' and 'SERIES OF 1898' inscribed.
This is a U.S. documentary revenue stamp from the Series of 1898, issued to raise funds during the Spanish-American War. Such stamps were affixed to various documents, contracts, and financial transactions.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Government commissioned printing; Restoration and imaging by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Gwillhickers" title="User:Gwillhickers"><i>Gwillhickers</i></a> · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
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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