The stamp s vignette features an image of a cabin similar to the one in which washington was born. Postal service invited the public to make recommendations for the stamp, and booker t. Washington half dollar was initially offered in 1946 to honor his place in american history. Between 1890 and 1915, washington was the dominant leader in the african american. The stamps vignette features an image of a cabin similar to the one in which washington was born. Booker t washington 10 cent us postage stamp sticker by cnkna. Booker taliaferro washington april 18, 1856 november 14, 1915 was an american. Rotary press printing, water activated gum, perf 11 x 101 2. Washington stamp block of 3 mint never hinged, very fine, unused and. If i own a particular variety, you will see a thumbnail link to a fullsize image of the stamps. Washington memorial commemorative half dollar 194651 booker taliaferro washington was born a slave in virginia in 1856 but rose to become a masterful educator and politician. African american subjects on united states postage stamps who. Types of the 2 cent washington a140 several minor variations in the design of the a140 2 cent washington stamp exist, and they have been given roman numerals to distinguish them.
The five types of the 2cent denomination were issued sometime later on march 15, 1920. No results for booker t washington stamp similar to booker t washington stamp on ebay. New listing 1914 the hudson river new york postcard 2 cent george washington red stamp. United states stamp values 1940 famous americans series. Washington famous americans series educators issue date. Washington stamp block of 3 mint never hinged, very fine, unused and still has the original gum. Washington was awarded with a 10 cent stamp in 1940. American moments, stamped into history washington post. Washington, an educator and author, was a leader in the african american community from 1890 1915. Identifier for us washingtonfranklin stamps of 19081922. An act to authorize the coinage of 50cent pieces to commemorate the life and perpetuate the ideals and teachings of booker t. Washington, through the booker washington birthplace, virginia, post office on april 5, 1956. The bureau of engraving and printing, a division of the treasury department, began printing u. If you are building a collection or giving the stamps as a gift to someone who is adding their collection, buy a mixture of both types to have a variety of the us 2 cent stamps.
Enjoy the rewarding hobby of stamp collecting on line with us and foreign postage stamps and supplies. Pair of 3 cent stamps commemorating the centennial of booker t. Washington was the first black american to be honored on a u. The department issued this 3cent stamp to commemorate the centennial anniversary of booker t. I show the exact stamp yet cannot place a catalog number to it.
Washington and david umansky is associate director of the. Rotary press printing, water activated gum, perf 11 x 1012. Him receiving a 10 cent stamp was an honor in itself because most of the other. And search more of istocks library of royaltyfree stock images that features architectural feature photos available for quick and easy download. Postage stamp at the time, postage stamps usually depicted white men this booker t.
The catalogue illustrates a 2 cent washington with shermack perforations identified as type iii. The table below lists all the major varieties for the first issue of u. Download this centennial of booker t washington 3 cent stamp photo now. Washington, the united states post office department began issuing stamps to commemorate the contributions of african americans. Looking for a stamp united states postage washington 2 cents. If youre considering 2 cent stamp value, the 2 cent washington stamp is a good investment whether you choose a standardissue stamp or a commemorative stamp. Showcasing booker t washington stamp available for buying here on the internet. What is the value of a 2 cent washington postage stamp answers.
Product information asin b000hb4lmu unspsc code 60140000. Postal service invited the pubic for recommendations and booker t. Unfollow booker t washington stamp to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. To this was added a 30cent charge for postage and handling. Washington stamp first issued on april 5,1956 sealed. But when plans to include washington in a series of tencent stamps. A 3cent commemorative postage stamp in honor of booker t. The ngc coin explorer is a complete silver commemoratives reference guide. The triangles on the 2 cent george washington stamp denomination exist in three versions. The first black female to be portrayed on a stamp was harriet tubman, issued feb. Buy booker t washington 10 cent us postage stamp by cnkna as a tshirt, classic. If i own a particular variety, you will see a thumbnail link to a fullsize image of the stamp s.
Kenmore stamp company has been pleasing collectors for over 80 years. The famous americans series is comprised of 35 stamps, issued in 7 groups of 5 stamps each, and printed in sheets of 70. Broad selection of booker t washington stamp at great sticker prices. Centennial of booker t washington 3 cent stamp stock photo. United states 1930, postage due, 3 cents stamps, lot of 2 single, fine loose stamps, protective sleeve bigworldcollections 5 out of 5 stars 7. He was the first principal and teacher at tuskegee institute where he worked until his death. Pair of 3cent stamps commemorating the centennial of booker t. Washington united states of america half dollar e pluribus unum booker t. Featuring booker t washington stamp in stock and ready for shipping here online. Washington s portrait was placed on a stamp on april 7, 1940. Helping to identify your stamps, find out their value and sell them.
Born a slave, washington was mentored in the years following the civil war by sympathetic and influential whites. And search more of istocks library of royaltyfree stock images that features architectural feature photos available for. Booker taliaferro washington april 18, 1856 november 14, 1915 was an american educator, author, orator, and adviser to multiple presidents of the united states. Yet, as i wrote, there it is, a picture showing a 2 cent washington type iii. The stamps central design features a cabin similar to the one in which booker t. Washingtons portrait was placed on a stamp on april 7, 1940.
After looking at all the shermacks listed, i see no catalog number for a type iii 2 cent washington. The 1cent green followed and was issued on december 24, 1918. See more ideas about booker t, black history and african american history. This is the general situation but, still, some 2c stamps are very valuable, for example hawaiian missionary 1851 2c issue, which exists in about 1516 examples even some 1c stamps ave even more valuable than this 2c stampbenjamin franklin 186. Washington halves minted after 1946 aside from the 1950s and 1951p issues are better coins pricewise due to their significantly lower mintages that range from 6,000 to 8,000 coins each. Washington commemorative half dollars can be considered rare, and the type is considered the easiest classic commemorative to acquire in virtually all grades up to ms65.
Washington first day cover issued by the usa postal service. In 1881, at age 25, he was named the president of the newly created tuskegee institute. Washington was born a slave, and after the civil war, worked his way through the hampton institute and wayland seminary. Plate number 25382 appears on the selvage that is attached to the left of the pair of stamps. The groups honor authors, poets, educators, scientists, composers, artists and inventors. Value of booker t washington us postage stamp answers.
Washington was born a slave, and after the civil war he worked his way through the hampton institute and wayland seminary. Africanamerican subjects on united states postage stamps. Washington was honored with a 10 cent stamp in 1940. Stamps were only issued in washington dc, so any used specimens must bear contemporaneous washington dc cancels. Value of united states postage washington 2 cents stamps. Washington, the first president of the tuskegee institute. He delivered the atlanta address at the cotton states and international exposition where he disagreed with political and social equality with whites. African american history, as seen through letters and. Between 1890 and 1915, washington was the top leader in the africanamerican community. Washington, the first president of the tuskegee institute, was the first african american pictured on a u. Washington with olive branches, postage spelled out, two cents franklin with olive branches, the denomination spelled out, one cent denomination is only spelled out on the 1 and 2cent, 1908, 1909 and 1910 issues, six stamps. Washington became the first africanamerican on a u. It was the first time an african american was pictured on a u. Beginning in 1940 with a tencent stamp honoring booker t.
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