| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | July 4, 1959 |
| Year | 1959 |
| Denomination |
4¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.04 | Color | Red, blue and deep yellow |
| Issue Location | Auburn, N.Y. |
| Size | 0.84 x 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 |
Issued in sheets of 50 and arranged horizontally.
This stamp is 0.84 by 1.44 inches in dimension, arranged horizontally and issued in sheets of 50. It was printed in red, blue and deep yellow on white paper with the flag and its field of 49 stars the dominant features. The pole is in deep yellow, simulating gold.
This stamp was first placed on sale on July 4, 1959, the date the new flag became official. It was released at Auburn, N.Y., where William H. Seward, Secretary of State, who purchased Alaska, resided most of his life.