National Defense Statue of Liberty
United States · 1940 · 1¢
The stamp features the Statue of Liberty with rays of light, flanked by the phrases 'INDUSTRY AGRICULTURE FOR DEFENSE' and 'NATIONAL DEFENSE'. The denomination '1 CENT' is prominently displayed at the bottom.
Issued on the first day of America's first peacetime draft, this stamp highlights national defense and the importance of industry and agriculture during a critical period leading up to World War II.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing. · License: Public domain
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