rarepre-1900

$36 Newspapers and Periodicals Stamp, 1875

Name: $36 Newspapers and Periodicals Stamp, 1875
Brand: United States
Availability: InStock

United States · 1875 · $36

The stamp features an allegorical female figure, possibly representing commerce or communication, centrally placed within an ornate frame. 'NEWSPAPERS' and 'PERIODICALS' are inscribed at the top, with the '$36' denomination at the bottom.

This high-denomination stamp was part of a series issued by the U.S. Post Office Department for the bulk mailing of newspapers and periodicals, a system in effect from 1865 to 1898. The $36 value indicates its use for very large volumes of mail.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

revenue newspapers periodicals

Image: Continental Bank Note Company; Imaging by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Gwillhickers" title="User:Gwillhickers"><i>Gwillhickers</i></a> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2,325

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,395

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$775

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$387

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$155

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