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12c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Creator: National Bank Note Company
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12c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Creator: National Bank Note Company
12c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Unused; perf 12; re-issue of 1861-66; without grill; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia the following year. Since this required a special printing, the department ordered extra copies for sale to stamp collectors
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Blue Background Capital Letter Cent Centennial Exposition Centennial International Exhibition Collecting Communication Exposition Founding Father General Washington George Washington Hard White Paper Ink Black Engraving Major Washington Money National Bank Note Company National Banknote Company National Postal Museum Perforated Philately Post Office Postage Postage Stamp Postage Stamps President Presidential Re Issue Reprint Stamp Stamp Collecting Washington George Politicians Postal Service
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This print showcases the 12c Washington re-issue single stamp from 1875, created by the National Bank Note Company. The image depicts a close-up of this historic postage stamp against a striking blue background. The 12c Washington re-issue single was an unused stamp with a perforation of 12, and it served as a re-issue of the original stamps from 1861-66, but without the grill pattern. In preparation for the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia in 1876, officials from the Post Office Department decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps. To fulfill this requirement, they ordered extra copies for sale to passionate stamp collectors. This engraving on hard white paper beautifully captures George Washington's portrait as he gazes into eternity with determination and wisdom befitting his status as one of America's founding fathers. The intricate detailing and ink-black engraving showcase the craftsmanship involved in creating such historical artifacts. As we admire this piece of philatelic history, we are transported back to a time when communication relied heavily on postage stamps like these. This photograph not only serves as a reminder of our nation's political heritage but also highlights how important these small pieces played in facilitating communication across vast distances during that era. Displayed proudly at the National Postal Museum today, this stunning image is not just about money or politics; it represents an educational institution preserving our country's rich past through artful engravings like this one by National Bank Note Company.
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