Washington 2 cent stamp booker t

It was the first time an african american was pictured on a u. It was a ten cent value that was part of the famous americans series. Washington, the first president of the tuskegee institute, was the first african american pictured on a u. Between 1890 and 1915, washington was the dominant leader in the african american. Enjoy the rewarding hobby of stamp collecting on line with us and foreign postage stamps and supplies. Born a slave, washington was mentored in the years following the civil war by sympathetic and influential whites. Stamps were only issued in washington dc, so any used specimens must bear contemporaneous washington dc cancels.

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 half dollar was initially offered in 1946 to honor his place in american history. Washington 50c ms and view images, coin specs, prices, auction data and more. United states stamp values 1940 famous americans series. The stamp s vignette features an image of a cabin similar to the one in which washington was born. Washington first day cover issued by the usa postal service. Stamps issued of frederick douglass a 25cent stamp in 1967 in the prominent americans series and a. Washington, an educator and author, was a leader in the african american community from 1890 1915. To this was added a 30cent charge for postage and handling. I show the exact stamp yet cannot place a catalog number to it. He delivered the atlanta address at the cotton states and international exposition where he disagreed with political and social equality with whites. Washington was born a slave, and after the civil war, worked his way through the hampton institute and wayland seminary.

Value of united states postage washington 2 cents stamps. Download this centennial of booker t washington 3 cent stamp photo now. Africanamerican subjects on united states postage stamps. The department issued this 3cent stamp to commemorate the centennial anniversary of booker t. The five types of the 2cent denomination were issued sometime later on march 15, 1920. And search more of istocks library of royaltyfree stock images that features architectural feature photos available for quick and easy download. Him receiving a 10 cent stamp was an honor in itself because most of the other. The triangles on the 2 cent george washington stamp denomination exist in three versions. Washington was awarded with a 10 cent stamp in 1940. Washington stamp first issued on april 5,1956 sealed. Washington was the first black american to be honored on a u. Washington stamp block of 3 mint never hinged, very fine, unused and still has the original gum.

Rotary press printing, water activated gum, perf 11 x 101 2. Booker taliaferro washington april 18, 1856 november 14, 1915 was an american educator, author, orator, and adviser to multiple presidents of the united states. In 1881, at age 25, he was named the president of the newly created tuskegee institute. Washington, the united states post office department began issuing stamps to commemorate the contributions of african americans. 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. Booker taliaferro washington april 18, 1856 november 14, 1915 was an american.

American moments, stamped into history washington post. See more ideas about booker t, black history and african american history. The 1cent green followed and was issued on december 24, 1918. 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 and david umansky is associate director of the. Centennial of booker t washington 3 cent stamp stock photo. Washington was honored with a 10 cent stamp in 1940. Washington stamp block of 3 mint never hinged, very fine, unused and. A 3cent commemorative postage stamp in honor of booker t. The groups honor authors, poets, educators, scientists, composers, artists and inventors. Broad selection of booker t washington stamp at great sticker prices.

Washington united states of america half dollar e pluribus unum booker t. 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. Beginning in 1940 with a tencent stamp honoring booker t. Washington with olive branches, postage in numeral form, used on all denominations with the exceptions of the 9, 11, 12, 20 and 30cent and the 2 and 5dollar amounts. An act to authorize the coinage of 50cent pieces to commemorate the life and perpetuate the ideals and teachings of booker t. Showcasing booker t washington stamp available for buying here on the internet. But when plans to include washington in a series of tencent stamps. Featuring booker t washington stamp in stock and ready for shipping here online.

African american subjects on united states postage stamps who. Washingtons portrait was placed on a stamp on april 7, 1940. And search more of istocks library of royaltyfree stock images that features architectural feature photos available for. Yet, as i wrote, there it is, a picture showing a 2 cent washington type iii. The catalogue illustrates a 2 cent washington with shermack perforations identified as type iii. Pair of 3cent stamps commemorating the centennial of booker t. The triangles on the 2 cent george washington stamp denomination exist in. Washington once again in 1956, the centennial of his birth. New listing 1914 the hudson river new york postcard 2 cent george washington red stamp. The ngc coin explorer is a complete silver commemoratives reference guide. 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. 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.

Identifier for us washingtonfranklin stamps of 19081922. Value of booker t washington us postage stamp answers. The famous americans series is comprised of 35 stamps, issued in 7 groups of 5 stamps each, and printed in sheets of 70. 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. Kenmore stamp company has been pleasing collectors for over 80 years. Plate number 25382 appears on the selvage that is attached to the left of the pair of stamps.

If i own a particular variety, you will see a thumbnail link to a fullsize image of the stamp s. Washington famous americans series educators issue date. United states stamp values 19141916 regular issues. Unfollow booker t washington stamp to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Product information asin b000hb4lmu unspsc code 60140000. What is the value of a 2 cent washington postage stamp. Postage stamp at the time, postage stamps usually depicted white men this booker t. Between 1890 and 1915, washington was the top leader in the africanamerican community. He was the first principal and teacher at tuskegee institute where he worked until his death. Washington, through the booker washington birthplace, virginia, post office on april 5, 1956. Looking for a stamp united states postage washington 2 cents. The first washingtonfranklin stamp printed by the offset process was a 3cent washingtonhead, issued on march 22, 1918. Washington, the first president of the tuskegee institute. Rotary press printing, water activated gum, perf 11 x 1012.

African american history, as seen through letters and. The stamps central design features a cabin similar to the one in which booker t. Washington became the first africanamerican on a u. Helping to identify your stamps, find out their value and sell them. Buy booker t washington 10 cent us postage stamp by cnkna as a tshirt, classic. 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. African american history, as seen through letters and stamps. Washington was born a slave, and after the civil war he worked his way through the hampton institute and wayland seminary. United states 1930, postage due, 3 cents stamps, lot of 2 single, fine loose stamps, protective sleeve bigworldcollections 5 out of 5 stars 7. No results for booker t washington stamp similar to booker t washington stamp on ebay. Ships from and sold by vegas stamps and hobbies, inc. The first black female to be portrayed on a stamp was harriet tubman, issued feb.

Pair of 3 cent stamps commemorating the centennial of booker t. What is the value of a 2 cent washington postage stamp answers. Postal service invited the pubic for recommendations and booker t. Booker t washington stamp for sale rare antique coins. After looking at all the shermacks listed, i see no catalog number for a type iii 2 cent washington. If i own a particular variety, you will see a thumbnail link to a fullsize image of the stamps. Postal service invited the public to make recommendations for the stamp, and booker t. The bureau of engraving and printing, a division of the treasury department, began printing u. The table below lists all the major varieties for the first issue of u. Washington s portrait was placed on a stamp on april 7, 1940.