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Benjamin Franklin 1 Cent Stamp
common1900-1945

Benjamin Franklin 1 Cent Stamp

United States · 1908 · 1 cent

The stamp features a profile portrait of Benjamin Franklin facing left, set within an oval frame. 'U.S. POSTAGE' is inscribed at the top, and '1 CENT' is at the bottom.

This stamp is part of the extensive Washington-Franklin series, which served as the definitive postage stamps of the United States for over a decade. It honored Benjamin Franklin, a key Founding Father, inventor, and diplomat.

Printing Method

Engraved

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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