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Mayflower Compact 1920 U.S. Stamp

Name: Mayflower Compact 1920 U.S. Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1920 · 1¢

The stamp depicts the signing of the Mayflower Compact aboard the Mayflower ship, with several figures gathered around a table. The ship's mast and sails are visible in the background.

Issued in 1920 to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the Mayflower Compact, this stamp celebrates a pivotal moment in American history, marking the first self-governing agreement in the New World and a precursor to representative democracy.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

history commemorative political colonial-era ships

Catalog Numbers

scott548

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.75

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.35

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