1939, 5¢ James Monroe, Bright Blue, United States (Scott #845)

This 1939, 5¢ James Monroe stamp belongs to the Presidential Issue (Prexies), a definitive series issued by the United States Post Office Department between 1938 and 1954, featuring engraved portraits of U.S. presidents. This issue depicts James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States, with the inscription “JAMES MONROE 1817–1825.”

This is a coil issue, produced specifically for use in vending and affixing machines. The stamps are presented here as a vertical coil pair on a piece, joined by their original vertical perforation. Add these stunning 1939, 5¢ James Monroe, Bright Blue, United States stamps to your collection today! These classic stamps feature a vibrant blue hue and a crisp image of President Monroe. They are in awesome shape, making them a valuable addition to any stamp collection. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, these Scott #845 stamps are a must-have for any United States stamp enthusiast. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of American history with these iconic James Monroe stamps.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: Scott #845

• Denomination: 5 cents (5¢)

• Date of Issue: January 20, 1939

• Series: Presidential Issue (1938–1954)

• Printing Method: Rotary Press

• Printing Type: Engraved (Intaglio)

• Format: Coil stamp

• Perforation: 10 vertically; imperforate at top and bottom

• Color: Bright Blue

• Mintage: 40,301,000 copies

• Subject: Portrait of James Monroe, 5th President of the United States

Condition Analysis

Status: Used and Uncertified. Coil strip of two.

Seller’s Grading: 

Very Fine

Postmark: 

Beautiful!

Obverse:

Both stamps bear black machine postmarks consisting of horizontal line strikes. The design details remain intact.

Reverse:

The stamps remain attached to a paper fragment (“on piece”). Original gum is not present, as expected. The reverse shows a typical paper texture with no visible repairs.

Centering / Margins:

Good

The internal vertical perforation between the two stamps is intact.

Other Findings:

The absence of perforations at the top and bottom, combined with vertical perforation only, definitively identifies this item as a coil issue rather than a sheet stamp.