United States 1-cent George Washington stamp on Falconer Stamp Company approval envelope/card

Philately / Postal Ephemera

Common

Identified on September 16, 2026

Estimated Value

$1-$15 for the envelope/card as shown; if the stamp is a common used 1-cent Washington issue, value is typically under $1, with modest premium only if tied to a scarce variety or exceptional condition

The image shows a small U.S. postage stamp featuring the profile of George Washington, denominated 1 cent, affixed to a Falconer Stamp Company approval envelope or stock card. The printed text on the envelope includes 'United States Stamp Dept.', 'Falconer Stamp Company', and 'Scott Catalog No. Mint,' indicating it was likely used for stamp collecting, approval sales, or cataloging. The stamp itself appears to be a standard U.S. definitive issue rather than a rare commemorative. The surrounding paper suggests a dealer or collector handling piece rather than a standalone antique object.

Era

Mid-20th century to late 20th century (exact date unknown; likely 1950s-1980s based on packaging style)

Origin

United States

Material

Paper, printed ink, adhesive postage stamp

Condition

Fair to Good; the envelope/card shows visible handling wear, creasing, and age toning. The stamp appears intact and lightly hinged or mounted, but the image is too unclear to confirm gum condition or perforation integrity.

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Physical Details

Dimensions

Approximate envelope/card size: 4 to 6 inches tall by 3 to 5 inches wide; stamp approximately 0.75 to 1 inch tall

Weight

Light

Authentication

Authenticity Score

Medium; the printed dealer envelope and stamp format appear consistent with genuine philatelic material, but the exact stamp issue, condition, and any rarity cannot be confirmed from the image alone

Provenance

Likely from a U.S. stamp dealer or collector's approval stock, possibly distributed by Falconer Stamp Company in New York. The handwritten price notation suggests it was part of a retail or collector inventory system.

Historical Significance

U.S. George Washington definitives are among the most collected and widely recognized American stamps. While common in themselves, they are historically important as part of the long-running U.S. definitive series and as examples of mid-century stamp-dealer approval mailings.

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