| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | July 19, 1960 |
| Year | 1960 |
| Denomination |
4¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.04 | Color | Sepia |
| Issue Location | Sacramento, California |
| 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 sepia, electric-eye perforated, and issued in sheets of 50.
This special 4-cent stamp, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Pony Express, was first placed on sale at Sacramento, California, on July 19, 1960. A 4-cent Pony Express commemorative stamped envelope was issued on the same date at Saint Joseph, Missouri.
The stamp, measuring 0.84 by 1.44 inches in dimension, is arranged horizontally, printed by the rotary process in sepia, electric-eye perforated, and issued in sheets of 50.
The design features an express rider racing towards his destination. In the background, against a plain map of the western portion of the United States, is featured the route between Saint Joseph, Missouri, which served as the Eastern terminal, and Sacramento, California, the Western terminal.