| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | November 12, 1937 |
| Year | 1937 |
| Denomination |
3¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.03 | Color | Purple (different shade for each stamp) |
| Series | Territorial Series |
| Series Time Span | 1937 |
| Issue Location | Juneau, Alaska |
| Size | 0.84 by 1.44 inches |
| Postal Administration | United States |
| Condition | Name | Avg Value |
|---|---|---|
|
M-H-VF
|
Mint - Hinged - Very Fine | View price |
|
M-H-F
|
Mint - Hinged - Fine | View price |
|
M-H-VG
|
Mint - Hinged - Very Good | View price |
|
U-VF
|
Used - Very Fine | View price |
|
U-F
|
Used - Fine | View price |
|
U-VG
|
Used - Very Good | View price |
The subject of the stamp is a reproduction of Mount McKinley in the distance, while in the foreground are depicted views symbolizing present-day developments in this Territory. In a narrow panel with dark ground across the top of the stamp is the inscription "U. S. Postage—Three Cents" in white Gothic. The numeral "3" appears in a square panel with dark ground in each lower corner of the stamp. In a narrow panel with dark ground at the center of the lower edge of the stamp is the name "Alaska" in white Roman.
This series of stamps was issued as a tribute to the outlying possessions of the United States.
A different shade of purple ink was used for each stamp, all of which were printed by the rotary process and issued in sheets of 50. The dimensions are 0.84 by 1.44 inches.
These stamps are valid for postage wherever regular United States stamps are used.