uncommonpre-1900

Dr. J. C. Ayer & Co. Cherry Pectoral Private Die Proprietary Stamp

Name: Dr. J. C. Ayer & Co. Cherry Pectoral Private Die Proprietary Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1863 · 1 cent

A 1-cent private die proprietary revenue stamp issued for Dr. J. C. Ayer & Co. for their 'Cherry Pectoral' medicine. The stamp features a detailed engraving of the company's name and product.

Issued during the American Civil War era, these stamps were required by the U.S. government on various goods, including medicines, to raise funds for the war effort. This stamp served as proof of tax payment for a popular patent medicine of the time.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

medicine pharmaceuticals advertising civil-war-era revenue-stamp

Catalog Numbers

scottR-P A1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$250

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$125

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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