Collectorium · Postage stamp
24 Cents – George Washington (lilac)

DESCRIPTION OF THE ITEM A 24-cent classic stamp with George Washington from the Civil War period, most likely Scott 78 lilac printed with deep printing and perforation 12. The specimen is highly faded and severely gassed, with surface wear, damaged teeth and possibly thinning. CATALOGUE IDENTIFICATION AND PROBABLE VARIANT Working identification: Scott 78. Most likely attribution: Scott 78. Confidence: high. Possible alternatives: Differences in type of picture, printing plate, grill, paper, perforation, shade, reissue/reprint and cancellation are possible.
- Category
- Postage stamp
- Year / period
- 1866
- Country
- United States of America
- Denomination
- 24 cents
- Material
- Paper
- Collectorium
- № ST-0007
Sources
- https://postalmuseum.si.edu/exhibition/about-us-stamps-classic-period-1847-1893-national-bank-note-company-1861-1872/1861-issues
- https://www.theswedishtiger.com/78-scotts.html
- https://www.theswedishtiger.com/70b-scotts.html
- https://www.jaysmith.com/Specials/United-States/United-States-Bargains-Stamps-Scott-00040-00078.html