| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | May 19, 1947 |
| Year | 1947 |
| Denomination |
15¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.15 | Color | Blue and red |
| Issue Location | New York, N.Y. |
| Size | 2.67 by 3.87 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 |
This special sheet containing reproductions of the original 5-cent and 10-cent stamps of the 1847 series was provided as a souvenir of the Centenary International Philatelic Exhibition held in Grand Central Palace, New York City, May 17 to 25, 1947.
The special stamp sheet is 2.67 by 3.87 inches in dimension, arranged horizontally, with the following inscriptions on the margins: "Printed by the Treasury Department, Bureau of Engraving and Printing," at the left; "Under Authority of Robert E. Hannegan, Postmaster General," at the top; "In compliment to the Centenary International Philatelic Exhibition" at the right; and "New York, N. Y., May 17–25, 1947," at the lower edge. The 5-cent stamp is printed in blue and the 10-cent in red. The sheet is gummed but not perforated.
This special souvenir sheet was first placed on sale at New York, N.Y., on May 19, 1947.