Name | Value |
---|---|
Date of Issue | May 29, 1964 |
Year | 1964 |
Quantity | 250,000,000 |
Denomination |
5¢
|
Denomination Value | $0.05 | Color | Blue |
Issue Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
Size | 0.84" x 1.44" |
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 5-cent John F. Kennedy Memorial stamp went on nationwide sale on May 29, 1964, the 47th birthday anniversary of the late President. First day of issue cancellations could be obtained only from the Boston, Mass., post office.
This stamp was designed by the New York firm of Raymond Loewy/William Snaith, based on a sketch by Bureau of Engraving and Printing artist, Robert L. Miller. Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy made the final selection from the many designs submitted to her.