George Washington 3c 1861 Issue
United States · 1861 · 3 cents
The stamp features a left-facing profile portrait of George Washington, framed within an oval design.
Issued in 1861, this stamp was part of a new series released by the Union post office at the start of the American Civil War to replace earlier issues and prevent their use by the Confederacy.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: National Bank Note Company; Imaging by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Gwillhickers" title="User:Gwillhickers"><i>Gwillhickers</i></a> · License: CC0
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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