Thomas Jefferson 5 Cents 1857 Issue

United States · 1857 · 5¢

The stamp features a central engraved portrait of Thomas Jefferson, framed by an ornate design. 'U.S. POSTAGE' is inscribed at the top, and 'FIVE CENTS' at the bottom.

This 5-cent stamp, featuring Thomas Jefferson, is part of the second definitive series issued by the United States Post Office Department. It was released during a period of significant postal reform in the U.S.