| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | November 2, 1960 |
| Year | 1960 |
| Denomination |
8¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.08 | Color | Red, blue, and ocher |
| Series | Champions of Liberty |
| Series Time Span | 1957 |
| Issue Location | Washington, D.C. |
| Size | 0.85 by 0.98 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 on the Giori presses in red, blue, and ocher and issued in sheets of 72.
This 8-cent stamp commemorates Giuseppe Garibaldi, famed Italian patriot and unifier, as part of the 'Champions of Liberty' series.
The stamp is arranged vertically and was printed on the Giori presses in red, blue, and ocher and issued in sheets of 72.
The design features a medallion based on a contemporary photograph, with the inscription '1807 Italian Unification 1882 Garibaldi' in white face architectural Roman. Other lettering appears in modified Gothic.
The Garibaldi stamp was first placed on sale at Washington, D.C., on November 2, 1960.
This series was issued to highlight individuals who are champions of liberty.