| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | February 12, 1943 |
| Year | 1943 |
| Denomination |
1¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.01 | Color | Green |
| Issue Location | Washington, D.C. |
| Size | 0.75 by 0.85 inch |
| 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 green by rotary process and issued in sheets of 100.
This stamp was issued to impress upon the public the necessity of spreading the Four Freedoms throughout the world, and to replace the 1-cent National Defense stamp.
The stamp is 0.75 by 0.85 inch in dimensions, arranged vertically. It is printed in green by rotary process and issued in sheets of 100. The central subject, enclosed in an oval-shaped panel, is a reproduction in bas-relief of Liberty holding the lighted Torch of Freedom and Enlightenment. Across the top of the stamp is the inscription reading "U.S. Postage" shown in white architectural Roman on a shaded background. Underneath this inscription, at the left, is the denomination designation "1¢" and in corresponding position but reversed order at the right "¢1". Below the central design is a rectangular plaque with white background, in which appears the wording: "Freedom of Speech and Religion, From Want and Fear," in solid Gothic lettering arranged in five lines. In the space at the right and left of the central oval and plaque are shown conventionalized oak leaves, outlined in white.
The stamp was first placed on sale at Washington, D.C., on February 12, 1943.