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Scotts # 1047
U.S. #1047
20¢ Monticello
Liberty Series
Issue Date: August 26, 1954
City: Chicago, IL
Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Printing Method: Rotary press (wet and dry printings)
Perforations: 10.5 x 11
Color: Ultramarine
The Liberty Series
Issued to replace the 1938 Presidential series, this patriotic set of stamps honors guardians of freedom throughout U.S. history. Eighteenth Century America is represented by Revolutionary War heroes and statesmen such as Washington, Jefferson, Franklin, Hamilton, Henry, Jay, and Revere.
Leaders of the 19th century including Monroe, Lincoln, Lee, Harrison, and Susan B. Anthony make an appearance. The 20th century is represented by Teddy Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and General Pershing.
The Liberty Series also features famous locations important to America’s democratic history, such as Bunker Hill, Independence Hall, and the Alamo.
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