common1900-1945

US 2-cent George Washington Definitive

Name: US 2-cent George Washington Definitive
Brand: United States

United States · 1902 · 2¢

The stamp features a profile portrait of George Washington facing left, set within an ornate rectangular frame. The denomination 'TWO CENTS' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

This stamp is part of the 1902-08 definitive series, which was the first U.S. series to feature the 'USPS' watermark. It served as a common postage rate for letters during the early 20th century.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

heads-of-state definitive portraits

Catalog Numbers

scott300

Image: Pleasant Valley Wine Company · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.25

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.2

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.15

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