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1896 Hawaii Official Stamp - Lorrin A. Thurston
uncommonpre-1900

1896 Hawaii Official Stamp - Lorrin A. Thurston

Hawaii · 1896 · 12¢

The stamp features a portrait of Lorrin A. Thurston, a prominent Hawaiian politician, within an oval frame. The country name 'HAWAIIAN POSTAGE' is inscribed at the top, and the denomination '12 CENTS' at the bottom.

Issued by the Republic of Hawaii, this official stamp features Lorrin A. Thurston, a leading figure in the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy and the establishment of the Republic. It represents a transitional period in Hawaiian history before its annexation by the United States.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scottO5

Image: Postal administration of Hawaii · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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