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common1900-1945
One Cent George Washington Postal Card Indicia
United States · 1909 · 1¢
The indicium features a profile portrait of George Washington facing left, with 'ONE CENT' below and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' above. It is part of a black and white postcard depicting a large stone building of Muskingum College.
This postal card reflects the standard domestic postcard rate of one cent in the early 20th century in the United States. It also serves as a historical record of Muskingum College's architecture during that period.
Printing Method
Engraved
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