| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | June 20, 1963 |
| Year | 1963 |
| Quantity | 120,000,000 |
| Denomination |
5¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.05 | Color | Map outline in red on white; lettering and capitol in black; remainder of background green with "west virginia" and the dates in white |
| Issue Location | Wheeling, West Virginia |
| Size | 0.84 x 1.44 inches (horizontal) |
| 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 |
The Department issued a special 5-cent stamp commemorating the 100th anniversary of West Virginia statehood through the Wheeling, W. Va., post office on June 20, 1963.
The stamp is based on a design by Dr. Dwight Mutchler of Ohio University. The outline of the map is red against a white background, with the lettering "5¢ United States Postage" and the Capitol in black. The remainder of the background is green with the wording "West Virginia" and the dates in white.