common1900-1945

Benjamin Franklin 1 Cent Stamp

Name: Benjamin Franklin 1 Cent Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1902 · 1¢

The stamp features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin in an oval frame, facing left, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' above and '1 CENT' below.

This stamp is part of the 1902-03 definitive series, which replaced earlier issues and featured portraits of various American historical figures. The 1-cent denomination was a common rate for postcards or as part of larger postage combinations.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

historical-figure statesman portrait definitive

Catalog Numbers

sg300

scott300

michel145

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1.5

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.