1943, 2¢ Nations United for Victory, Rose Carmine, United States (Scott #907)

The submitted stamp is a commemorative issue released by the U.S. Post Office Department during World War II to honor the alliance of nations fighting for victory. The design, based on a poster by Leon Helguera, features a large "V" (symbolizing Victory) formed by a palm branch, with multiple hands grasping flagstaffs representing the collective strength of the United Nations (the Allied powers).

This is a genuine example of the 1943 commemorative issue. It was printed in a large quantity (approximately 150 million) to bolster public morale and emphasize international cooperation during the war.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: Scott #907.

• Denomination: 2 cents (2¢).

• Date of Issue: January 14, 1943.

• Printing Method: Flat Plate.

• Perforation: 11.

• Color: Rose Carmine.

• Subject: "V for Victory" and flags of the Allied Nations.

Condition Analysis

• Status: Used. The stamp bears a clear black ink cancellation, consisting of a circular date stamp (CDS) and horizontal killer bars typical of a machine cancel.

• Centering: Very Fine (VF). The design is well-centered within the perforated margins. The margins are relatively balanced on all four sides, which is desirable for this issue.

• Postmark: A prominent machine cancellation is present. A large numeral "5" and the number "11" (likely part of the date) are visible within the circular portion of the postmark. The cancellation is heavy but does not completely obscure the central "V" design.

• Damage: No visible tears, pulled perforations, or thinning are observed. The perforations are intact and sharp.