| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | July 4, 1942 |
| Year | 1942 |
| Denomination |
3¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.03 | Color | Purple |
| Issue Location | Washington, D.C. |
| Size | 0.75 by 0.87 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 |
It is printed in purple by the rotary process and issued in sheets of 100.
This stamp was issued to symbolize the Nation's war effort and victory goal on the anniversary of American Independence, and to displace, eventually, the 3-cent National Defense Stamp.
The stamp is 0.75 by 0.87 inch in dimension, arranged vertically. It is printed in purple by the rotary process and issued in sheets of 100. The central design is a reproduction of the American eagle with wings outstretched in the form of a large V. Encircling the eagle are 13 stars, and in a curved panel with dark background, imposed on the design, is the inscription "WIN THE WAR." The denomination designation "3¢" is shown in two places below the design, at the left and the right, and across the bottom of the stamp is the inscription "UNITED STATES POSTAGE." All lettering is in white Gothic.
The stamp was first placed on sale at Washington, D.C., on July 4, 1942.