Benjamin Franklin 1 Cent Stamp
United States · 1902 · 1¢
The stamp features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin in an oval frame, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and '1 CENT' at the bottom. The design is ornate with scrollwork.
This stamp is part of the 1902-03 definitive series, which was the first series to be printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. It replaced the 1894-1901 series and served as a common postage rate for letters.
Printing Method
Engraved
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
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