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Abraham Lincoln 5 Cents

Name: Abraham Lincoln 5 Cents
Brand: United States

United States · 1902 · 5 cents

A green definitive stamp featuring a central portrait of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. President. The design includes 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and '5 CENTS' at the bottom, framed by an ornate border.

This stamp is part of the 1902-03 definitive series, which replaced earlier issues. It honors Abraham Lincoln, a pivotal figure in American history known for his leadership during the Civil War and the abolition of slavery.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

heads-of-state portrait definitive

Catalog Numbers

scott300

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$$7

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$$3

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$$1.50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$$0.75

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