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uncommon1900-1945
Presidential Issue (Prexies)
United States · 1938 · Various (1/2¢ to $5)
A comprehensive set of definitive stamps featuring portraits of U.S. Presidents, from George Washington to Calvin Coolidge, with varying denominations.
Issued in 1938, this series replaced previous definitive issues and was designed for everyday postal use, becoming one of the longest-running and most comprehensive definitive sets in U.S. history.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
scott803-834
Image: mysticstampcatalog · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
