1963, 5¢ American Flag over White House, Red, Blue and Gray, US (Scott #1208)

This 1963, 5¢ American Flag over White House stamp is from the standard U.S. definitive issue, commonly known as the “Flag over White House” design, issued by the United States Post Office Department in 1963. The stamp features a 50-star United States flag flying above the White House and is notable for its minimalist design, displaying only the denomination “5c” without the country name, a characteristic feature of many U.S. domestic issues of this period.

This is a genuine example of the 1963 standard issue. This stamp, with the Scott #1208, is a piece of American history and a reminder of the enduring strength and unity of the United States. Add this classic stamp to your collection today and showcase this beautiful Flag over White House design.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: Scott #1208.

• Denomination: 5 cents (5¢).

• Date of Issue: January 9, 1963.

• Printing Method: Giori Press.

• Perforation: 11.

• Color: Blue and Red.

• Mintage: Approximately 3,066,890,000 copies.

• Subject: 50-star United States flag over the White House.

Condition Analysis

Status: 

Used and Uncertified.

Obverse: 

The design is clear and intact. No tears or major faults are observed.

Reverse: 

No original gum present, as expected for a used stamp. The back is clean.

Centering / Margins: 

Excellent!

Postmark: 

Beautiful wavy!

Other Findings: 

All perforation teeth are present. No evidence of repairs, thinning, or perforation trimming is observed.