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U.S. Postage 6c Franklin D. Roosevelt Stamp
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Key Fact
Description
This is a 6-cent United States postage stamp featuring a portrait of Franklin D. Roosevelt. The stamp is printed in black and white, depicting Roosevelt in profile wearing glasses and a suit. The denomination "6c" and "U.S. POSTAGE" are clearly visible at the top, while "FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT" is printed along the bottom edge. It has a perforated edge, indicating it was part of a sheet of stamps.
History
This stamp was issued on April 12, 1954, as part of the Presidential Series, a significant series of definitive stamps that honored past U.S. Presidents. The choice of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd U.S. President, reflected his immense historical importance during his four terms, a period marked by the Great Depression and World War II. The first day of issue was in Hyde Park, New York, his longtime home.
Facts
Franklin D. Roosevelt served more terms as President than any other individual in U.S. history, guiding the nation through its most challenging times. This stamp's design is a classic representation of his presidential image. As a key figure in 20th-century American history, stamps depicting FDR are popular among collectors interested in presidential history and American political figures.
Value Fact
As a common definitive stamp from a widely issued series, the value of this 6-cent Franklin D. Roosevelt stamp is generally low in used condition. Unused examples may fetch slightly more, but mint or used specimens are typically worth less than a dollar. Its collector interest lies primarily in its historical significance and its place within the Presidential Series.
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