George Washington 1-cent definitive
United States · 1908 · 1 cent
The stamp features a profile portrait of George Washington facing left, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and '1 CENT' at the bottom. The design is simple and classic for early 20th-century U.S. definitives.
This stamp is part of the extensive Washington-Franklin series, which served as the primary definitive postage stamps of the United States for over a decade. It reflects the common practice of featuring national founders and leaders on everyday postage.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Unknown author<span style="display: none;">Unknown author</span> · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
