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Humane Treatment of Animals
common1945-1980

Humane Treatment of Animals

United States · 1966 ·

A 5-cent U.S. stamp featuring a stylized depiction of a dog and a cat, with the inscription 'Humane Treatment of Animals'.

Issued on April 9, 1966, this stamp promoted awareness and advocacy for animal welfare, reflecting a growing national concern for the humane treatment of animals.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

scott1300

Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Designed by Norman Todhunter. · 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

$0.3
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.