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common1945-1980
Engineering Centennial
United States · 1952 · 3¢
The stamp design features a wooden bridge typical of the 1850s on the left, contrasting with the modern George Washington Bridge on the right.
This stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), founded in 1852, celebrating a century of engineering progress.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Designed by Victor S. McCloskey, Jr. · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$2Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1.04Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0.75Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.5Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.21Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
