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George Washington 1¢ Stamp (1938 Presidential Issue)
common1900-1945

George Washington 1¢ Stamp (1938 Presidential Issue)

United States of America · 1938 ·

This definitive stamp features a profile portrait of George Washington, the first President of the United States, based on a bust by sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon.

Part of the 1938 Presidential Series, also known as the 'Prexies', this stamp was a workhorse of its era, commonly used for postcard rates and to make up other rates.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scott804

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.5
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.25
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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