| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | September 24, 1966 |
| Year | 1966 |
| Quantity | 117,000,000 |
| Denomination |
5¢
|
| Denomination Value | $0.05 | Color | Red, green, and black |
| Issue Location | Leominster, Massachusetts |
| Size | 0.84 in x 1.44 in (vertical) |
| 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 Post Office Department issued the first stamp in the "American Folklore" series on September 24, 1966, at Leominster, Massachusetts, the birthplace of John Chapman.
John Chapman—known as Johnny Appleseed—roamed over 100,000 square miles planting apple trees. Designed by Robert Bode of New York City.