1966, 2¢ Frank Lloyd Wright, Blue-Gray, United States (Scott #1280)

This 1966, 2¢ Frank Lloyd Wright stamp belongs to the Prominent Americans Series, issued by the U.S. Post Office Department between 1965 and 1978. This definitive series honors influential American figures from politics, science, culture, and the arts. The 2-cent denomination depicts Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the most significant architects in American history, shown against a stylized architectural background reflecting his modernist design philosophy. This is a genuine example of the 1966 standard definitive issue. Whether you're a seasoned stamp collector or just starting out, this Frank Lloyd Wright stamp is sure to be a standout addition to your collection. Add a piece of architectural and postal history to your collection with this beautiful and timeless stamp.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: Scott #1280

• Denomination: 2 cents (2¢)

• Date of Issue: June 8, 1966

• Printing Method: Rotary Press

• Perforation: 11 x 10½

• Color: Dark Blue Gray

• Mintage: Not Officially Published

• Subject: Portrait of Frank Lloyd Wright, American architect, with abstract architectural elements in the background

Condition Analysis

Status: Used and Uncertified. The stamp shows evidence of postal use.

Sellers Grading: Very Fine

Obverse: The design is intact and clearly legible. No major defects are observed.

Reverse: The back is clean with no original gum present, consistent with a used stamp.

Centering / Margins: Very Fine 

The perforations do not cut into the design frame.

Postmark: No full postmark is visible; only faint residual markings consistent with light or incomplete postmark are present.

Other Findings: No visible tears or missing perforations. Minor edge roughness is observed along the perforation tips, typical for used definitive stamps.