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Family Planning Commemorative Stamp
common1945-1980

Family Planning Commemorative Stamp

United States · 1972 ·

The stamp features a stylized depiction of a family unit, consisting of two parents and two children, encircled by a sun-like globe, symbolizing global family planning.

Issued during a period of increased public awareness and debate on population control and reproductive rights, this stamp highlighted the importance of family planning in American society.

Printing Method

Lithography / Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scott1460

Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Designed by Charles Reid. · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.4
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.3
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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