common1945-1980

Thomas Edison 3c 1947 issue U.S. stamp

Name: Thomas Edison 3c 1947 issue U.S. stamp
Brand: United States
Availability: InStock

United States · 1947 · 3¢

The stamp features a portrait of American inventor Thomas Edison facing left, with his name 'THOMAS A. EDISON' above and 'U.S. POSTAGE' and '3 CENTS' below.

This stamp was issued on February 11, 1947, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Edison, recognizing his profound impact on technology and modern life.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

inventor portrait centenary commemorative science

Catalog Numbers

scott945

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

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.04

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.21

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