Author: Ryan Joneson

  • Scott #37

    Scott #37

    Scott #37 marks a significant moment in the history of United States postage stamps. As the first 24-cent stamp issued, it introduced a completely new design, featuring a portrait of George Washington. Its gray lilac color further distinguishes it from previous issues. Design & Print The design of Scott #37 is based on a portrait…

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  • Scott #36B

    Scott #36B

    Scott #36B is a notable 12-cent United States postage stamp, mirroring the design of Scott #17 but with distinctive features that set it apart. The key differentiator for Scott #36B, as compared to Scott #36, is its origin from Plate 3, characterized by a broken, incomplete frame line. Design & Print The design of Scott…

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  • Scott #36

    Scott #36

    Scott #36 is a 12-cent United States postage stamp that stands as a pivotal piece in the mid-19th-century stamp series. It shares the same design as Scott #17 but is notable for its perforations. This stamp is essential for understanding the evolution of stamp design and usage during this era. Design & Print The portrait…

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  • Scott #35

    Scott #35

    Scott #35, a ten-cent United States postage stamp, is a unique entry in the mid-19th-century stamp series with its Type V design. While sharing some design elements with Scott #31-34, it is distinguished by specific modifications, notably the absence of pearls on the sides. Design & Print The Type V design of Scott #35 exhibits…

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  • Scott #34

    Scott #34

    Scott #34, a ten-cent United States postage stamp, stands out in the mid-19th-century stamp series with its Type IV design. It shares the same basic layout as Scott #16 but is set apart by its perforations. This stamp is particularly notable for its rarity and the specific characteristics of its design. Design & Print The…

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  • Scott #33

    Scott #33

    Scott #33, a ten-cent United States postage stamp, is distinguished by its Type III design. It mirrors the design of Scott #15 but is unique due to its perforations. This stamp is a crucial component in the series of mid-19th-century stamps, reflecting significant developments in postal history and stamp design. Design & Print Scott #33…

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  • Scott #32

    Scott #32

    Scott #32 is a significant stamp in the United States postal series, characterized by its Type II design. It mirrors the design of Scott #14 but is differentiated by its perforations. This stamp is notable for its historical usage and distinctive design characteristics, playing a crucial role in the mid-19th-century postal system. Design & Print…

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  • Scott #31

    Scott #31

    Scott #31, a ten-cent United States postage stamp, is a significant piece in the series of mid-19th-century stamps. It mirrors the design of Scott #13, sharing the Type I design exclusive to plate #1, but is distinct with its perforations. This stamp stands as a testament to the advancements in stamp design and postal history.…

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  • Scott #30A

    Scott #30A

    Scott #30A, a distinguished stamp in the United States postal series, mirrors the Type II design of Scott #30 but is notable for its brown color. This stamp, sharing the design characteristics of Scott #30, stands out due to its unique coloration and historical significance. Design & Print The design of Scott #30A exhibits the…

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  • Scott #30

    Scott #30

    Scott #30 is a significant stamp in the United States postal series, characterized by its Type II design. It shares the same basic design as Scott #12 but is notable for its perforations and the removal of top and bottom protruding frame lines, resulting in flat top and bottom edges. The stamp is distinct in…

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