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common1945-1980
Prevent Drug Abuse 8c 1971 issue U.S. stamp
United States · 1971 · 8¢
The stamp depicts a stylized hand holding a pill, with the inscription 'Prevent Drug Abuse' and 'U.S. POSTAGE 8¢' against a plain background.
Issued in 1971, this stamp was part of a national campaign to raise awareness and combat drug abuse in the United States, reflecting growing societal concerns during that period.
Printing Method
Offset
Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Designed by Miggs Burroughs. · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$2Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1.04Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0.75Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.5Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.21Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
