uncommon1900-1945

John Marshall, 1903 Issue, $5

Name: John Marshall, 1903 Issue, $5
Brand: United States

United States · 1903 · $5

A dark green stamp featuring a portrait of John Marshall, Chief Justice of the United States, facing left, within an ornate frame.

Part of the 1902-03 definitive series, this high-denomination stamp honors John Marshall, a pivotal figure in American legal history, known for establishing the Supreme Court's role.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

historical-figures definitive

Catalog Numbers

scott312

Image: US Post Office · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$500

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$300

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$150

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$75

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