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United States Postage One Cent Stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin
Key Facts & Value
Key Fact
Description
This is a vintage 1-cent postage stamp featuring a portrait of Benjamin Franklin. It is green in color and features an engraved design with allegorical figures on either side of Franklin. The stamp is from the United States and was issued in 1923 as part of the Orators Series. The denomination is clearly visible as 'ONE CENT'.
History
Benjamin Franklin, a Founding Father of the United States, was a renowned polymath and a key figure in American history. This stamp, issued in 1923, belongs to a series that honored prominent American orators. The design is based on a portrait by Charles A. K. Halpin, reflecting the engraving techniques of the early 20th century.
Facts
The Scott catalog number for this stamp is #596. It was first issued on October 5, 1923, in New York, NY. The stamp's perforation type is 10.5, a standard for the time. The inclusion of allegorical figures alongside the portrait is a common design element in historical stamps, adding symbolic depth.
Value Fact
As a commonly available 1-cent stamp from 1923, its market value is generally low, typically ranging from $0.10 to $0.50 for circulated examples. Uncirculated or mint condition stamps may command slightly higher prices, but significant value is unlikely without professional grading and a high grade. Demand is steady among general collectors.
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