5c Jefferson Davis single

Object Details

Description
5-cent olive green, Stone A or B. Stones A or B were the first stones used for this the first general issue of the Confederacy and are characterized by sharp clear impressions.
Data Source
National Postal Museum
Date
1861
Medium
paper; Ink (olive green)/ lithography; gum
Dimensions
Height x Width: 1 1/8 x 7/8 in. (2.86 x 2.22 cm)
Type
Postage Stamps
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