US 3-cent George Washington
United States · 1861 · 3¢
The stamp features a profile portrait of George Washington facing left, set within an oval frame. The denomination '3 CENTS' is displayed at the bottom.
This stamp, featuring the first U.S. President George Washington, was a common definitive issue during the American Civil War. It was frequently used on patriotic covers like this one, which expressed support for the Union cause.
Printing Method
Engraved
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Image: Charles Magnus · License: Public domain
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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