United States 1895 Newspapers & Periodicals $20
United States · 1895 · $20
The stamp features an allegorical female figure, possibly representing Commerce or Journalism, holding a tablet and stylus, flanked by the words 'NEWSPAPERS' and 'PERIODICALS' at the top and the denomination '$20' at the bottom.
Issued for bulk mailing of newspapers and periodicals, these high-denomination stamps facilitated the significant volume of print media distribution in the late 19th century United States.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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