very rarepre-1900

United States 2-cent George Washington (Special Printing of 1875)

Name: United States 2-cent George Washington (Special Printing of 1875)
Brand: United States

United States · 1875 · 2 Cents

A 2-cent carmine rose stamp featuring a portrait of George Washington, part of the 1875 Special Printings issued by the United States Post Office Department. This stamp is identifiable by its specific paper and gum characteristics.

The Special Printings of 1875 were produced in limited quantities for exhibition purposes and for sale to collectors, making them distinct from the regular issues of the same design. They represent an early effort by the U.S. Post Office to cater to philatelists.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

historical-figures presidents george-washington

Catalog Numbers

sg200

scott179

michel179

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$12,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$8,000

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$4,000

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1,500

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$800

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