| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | September 6, 1957 |
| Year | 1957 |
| Denomination |
3¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.03 | Color | Maroon |
| Issue Location | Easton, Pa., Fayetteville, N.C., and Louisville, Ky. |
| Size | 0.84 by 1.44 inches |
| Postal Administration | United States |
| Condition | Name | Avg Value |
|---|---|---|
|
M-NH-VF
|
Mint - Never Hinged - Very Fine | View price |
|
U-VF
|
Used - Very Fine | View price |
Printed by the rotary process in maroon, electric-eye perforated.
This special stamp was issued to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Marquis de La Fayette.
The 3-cent La Fayette stamp is 0.84 by 1.44 inches in dimension, arranged vertically in a double outline frame, printed by the rotary process in maroon, electric-eye perforated and issued in sheets of 50.
The likeness of La Fayette reproduced on the stamp is from the portrait by Court, now hanging in the Versailles Museum. To the left of the portrait is a flintlock rifle of the Revolutionary War period and to the right a replica of the sword which was presented to La Fayette by the U.S. Government. Both the rifle and the sword are entwined with an ornamental vine. Directly above the portrait is the wording "1757 La Fayette 1957" in dark modified script. An article of headwear of the period on which is superimposed the letters "R. F.," a torch and a scroll, flanked by a furled flag on either side, are in the upper portion of the stamp. Immediately below the portrait is the denomination "3¢."
This stamp was first placed on sale simultaneously at Easton, Pa., Fayetteville, N.C., and Louisville, Ky., on September 6, 1957.