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common1900-1945
Benjamin Franklin 1-cent definitive
United States · 1908 · 1¢
The stamp features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin facing left, framed by an oval. 'U.S. POSTAGE' is at the top, and 'ONE CENT' is at the bottom.
This stamp is part of the iconic Washington-Franklin series, which served as the primary definitive series for the United States for over a decade. It replaced the 1902 series and introduced new designs and printing methods.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
sg361
scott331
michel161
Image: · License: Public domain
View on Wikimedia CommonsEstimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$1Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$0.75Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0.5Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.25Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.1Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
