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commonpre-1900
1894 US 1 Cent Thomas Jefferson Postal Card Indicium
United States · 1894 · 1¢
The indicium features a left-facing profile portrait of Thomas Jefferson within an ornate oval frame. The text 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'ONE CENT' are inscribed around the central design.
This postal card honors Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, reflecting the nation's practice of featuring prominent historical figures on its postal stationery. Postal cards were a widely used and economical form of communication in the late 19th century.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: U.S. Post Office Department · License: Public domain
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