US 1-cent Washington-Franklin Stamp
United States · 1909 · 1¢
The stamp features a profile portrait of George Washington, facing left, within an oval frame. The words 'U.S. POSTAGE' are at the top, and 'ONE CENT' is at the bottom.
This stamp belongs to the Washington-Franklin series, a long-running definitive series issued by the United States Post Office Department from 1908 to 1922. These stamps were widely used for everyday mail and are notable for their numerous varieties.
Printing Method
Engraved
License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
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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