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Labor Day Commemorative Stamp

Name: Labor Day Commemorative Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1956 · 3¢

The stamp features a stylized design of a worker holding a hammer and wrench, with a gear in the background, symbolizing industry and labor. It is inscribed with 'U.S. POSTAGE' and 'LABOR DAY'.

Issued in 1956, this stamp commemorates Labor Day, an annual holiday celebrating the achievements of American workers, which was first observed in 1882.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

labor commemorative workers industry

Image: Karen Horton · License: CC BY 2.0

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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

$0.4

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.2

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