STAMPS
Bread Wagon 1880s 25c USA Postage Stamp
Key Facts & Value
Key Fact
Description
This is a 25-cent US postage stamp featuring a "Broad Wagon" from the 1880s, part of the Transportation Series. The stamp has a delicate orange or tan illustration of a horse-drawn wagon against a white background, framed by horizontal perforations. It represents a common mode of transport from the late 19th century.
History
The stamp was issued by the United States Postal Service in 1990. It depicts a broad wagon, a type of vehicle common in the 1880s, used for hauling goods or people across various terrains. This era was a transitional period in American transportation, with the expansion of railroads but still reliant on wagons for local and long-distance travel.
Facts
The broad wagon was a robust and versatile vehicle, often with large wheels designed to navigate rough roads or soft ground. Its depiction on a stamp highlights the evolution of transportation in America, from horse-drawn vehicles to the mechanized age that followed. This stamp is part of a series that celebrates significant aspects of American history and innovation.
Value Fact
As a common commemorative stamp issued in 1990, this "Broad Wagon" stamp generally holds minimal philatelic value in mint condition. Values typically range from $0.25 to $1.00 for an unused stamp, depending on the market and seller. It is more of a historical representation than a rare collectible.
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