1954, 4¢ Abraham Lincoln, Red Violet, United States (Scott #1036)

The 1954, 4¢ Abraham Lincoln stamp is part of the "Liberty Series," issued by the U.S. Post Office Department between 1954 and 1961. This series succeeded the 1938 Presidential stamps and featured prominent figures and landmarks associated with American freedom. This is a genuine example of the 1954 standard issue. The stamp was widely used for first-class mail. With its classic design and rich color, the 4¢ Abraham Lincoln stamp is a must-have for any philatelist. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of American history with this stunning stamp.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: Scott #1036.

• Denomination: 4 cents (4¢).

• Date of Issue: November 16, 1954.

• Printing Method: Rotary Press.

• Perforation: 11 x 10½.

• Color: Lavender.

• Mintage: Over 33,000,000,000.

• Subject: Portrait of Abraham Lincoln based on a photograph by Mathew Brady.

Condition Analysis

Status: 

Used and Uncertified. The stamp has been used for postage and features both an ink wavy postmark and a security perfin.

Sellers Grading: Extremely Fine

Obverse: 

The design is clear and the lavender ink is well-preserved.

Reverse: 

The back of the stamp is clean, clearly showing the pattern of the security perfin.

Centering / Margins: 

Excellent. The design is exceptionally well-centered, with balanced margins on all four sides.

Postmark: 

Beautiful wavy line postmark with security perforations that do not fully obscure President Lincoln's features.

Other Findings: 

The stamp features a perfin (perforated initials), a security measure used by businesses to prevent theft and unauthorized use of their postage. The perforations are full, and no major defects like tears or creases are visible.