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Ulysses S. Grant 5-Cent Brown, 1890 Issue

Name: Ulysses S. Grant 5-Cent Brown, 1890 Issue
Brand: United States

United States · 1890 · 5 cents

This 5-cent brown stamp from the 1890 Regular Issue features a portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States and a Union Army general during the Civil War. It was the first US postage stamp to honor Grant, depicting him in a dignified bust format.

Issued as part of a definitive series, this stamp reflects Grant's enduring legacy as a pivotal figure in American history, celebrated for his military leadership and his efforts during Reconstruction.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

presidents historical-figures civil-war ulysees-s-grant

Catalog Numbers

scott223

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$30

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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