common1900-1945

The Alamo Centennial Issue

Name: The Alamo Centennial Issue
Brand: United States

United States · 1936 · 3¢

The stamp features a central depiction of the Alamo mission, flanked by portraits of Sam Houston on the left and Stephen F. Austin on the right. The prominent text 'REMEMBER THE ALAMO' is displayed below the mission.

This stamp was issued to commemorate the centennial of the Battle of the Alamo in 1836, a pivotal event in the Texas Revolution, and honors key figures in Texas independence.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

history landmarks anniversary centennial people architecture commemorative

Catalog Numbers

scott780

Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.35

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.15

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