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George Eastman Commemorative
common1945-1980

George Eastman Commemorative

United States · 1954 ·

The stamp features a portrait of George Eastman, founder of Kodak, facing left. His name is inscribed below the portrait, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' and the '3¢' denomination at the bottom.

This stamp commemorates George Eastman (1854-1932), an American entrepreneur who founded the Eastman Kodak Company and popularized the use of roll film, making photography accessible to the general public.

Printing Method

Engraved

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