George Washington 5 Cent Stamp

What is the George Washington 5 Cent Stamp?

The 5¢ Regular Issue George Washington 5 Cent Stamp of 1962-66 bears the likeness of our nation’s first president, George Washington.

He is well-known for his leadership during the American Revolution, however his prior service to Great Britain is often overlooked. The George Washington 5 Cent Stamp features a depiction of Washington with shading around the lower part of his face, which earned it the nickname “dirty face” or “unshaven” Washington. The most sought-after 5 cent stamp of Washington is worth anywhere from 60 cents to $950.05, depending on its grade and condition.

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Washington was appointed to the First Continental Congress in 1774, and later accepted the responsibility as commander in chief of the Second Continental Congress in 1775, although he had not originally sought out the position.