Benjamin Franklin 1 Cent Definitive
United States · 1912 · 1¢
The stamp features a profile portrait of Benjamin Franklin facing left, set within an oval frame. The denomination '1 CENT' is below, and 'UNITED STATES POSTAGE' is above.
This stamp is part of the long-running Washington-Franklin series, which served as the definitive postage stamps for the United States for over a decade. It honored Benjamin Franklin, a key figure in American history and the first Postmaster General.
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Engraved
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