1959, 1¢ Abraham Lincoln (Beardless), Green, United States (Scott #1113)

This 1959, 1¢ Abraham Lincoln stamp belongs to the Abraham Lincoln Sesquicentennial Issue, released by the U.S. Post Office Department in 1959 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. The design depicts a youthful portrait of Lincoln, emphasizing his early life and legacy as the 16th President of the United States. Add this vintage green, genuine 1959 1¢ Abraham Lincoln (Beardless) stamp to your collection today!

Technical Specifications

Catalog Number: Scott #1113.

Denomination: 1 cent (1¢).

Date of Issue: February 12, 1959.

Printing Method: Rotary Press (engraved).

Perforation: 10½ × 11.

Color: Blue-Green.

Mintage: Approximately 120,400,200 copies.

Subject: Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, issued for the Lincoln Sesquicentennial (150th anniversary of his birth).

Condition Analysis

Status:

Used and Uncertified.

Sellers Grading:

Extremely Fine

Postmark:

Beautiful wavy-line!

Obverse:

Design details remain clear; no visible creases or tears observed.

Reverse:

No gum present, consistent with used condition; surface appears intact with no thins.

Centering / Margins:

Excellent!

Margins are even, and perforations do not intrude into the design.

Other Findings:

All perforations appear intact; no visible repairs, tears, or missing perforations.