United States
Benjamin Franklin
Scott 9 · General Issues
About this stamp
The “Benjamin Franklin” stamp was issued by United States in 1852. This 1c blue stamp belongs to the “1851-57” series and is listed under General Issues as Scott 9. It has a perforation measurement of Imperf..
It was printed using Engraving. Its physical characteristics include Unwatermarked watermark and Water-activated gum. It was printed by TCC&C. Approximately Unknown Amount Printed copies were produced.
Stamp Database recordStamp details
- Country/Territory
- United States
- Standard country
- United States
- Entity type
- Country
- Country issuing years
- 1857-
- Category
- General Issues
- Scott number
- 9
- Description
- Benjamin Franklin
- Series
- 1851-57
- Year issued
- 1852
- Denomination
- 1c
- Colour
- Blue
- Perforation
- Imperf.
- Watermark
- Unwatermarked
- Printing method
- Engraving
- Printer
- TCC&C
- Gum
- Water-activated
- Stamp type
- Definitive
- Number produced
- Unknown Amount Printed
- NH percentage
- 100
- Comments
- 1-cent denomination, Type IV printing: This stamp, featuring Benjamin Franklin, was also intended for drop letters and inexpensive mail. It represents the Type IV printing, identifiable by its incomplete ornaments at the top and bottom of the frame. The outer frame lines are complete, but have often been recut.
Shades: Scott #9 exists in a range of blue shades, from deep blue to a lighter, almost grayish blue. Accurate shade identification can be challenging even for experienced collectors.
Plate varieties: This stamp was printed from multiple plates, each with its own set of unique characteristics and flaws. Some notable plate flaws include the "filled C" and the "broken G."
"Guide Dots": Similar to Scott #6, #7, and #8, this stamp also exhibits small "guide dots" in the corners of the design. The position and clarity of these dots can vary.
Chicago perfs: An extremely rare variety of Scott #9 exists with so-called "Chicago perfs" – unofficial perforations applied by a private company in Chicago. Only a handful of these are known to exist.
Rarity: While not as rare as the 1851 1-cent Type I, Scott #9 is still considered a scarce stamp, especially in sound condition with original gum.
Cancellation Types: The types of cancellations used on the stamp can significantly impact its value and interest to collectors. Fancy cancels and colored cancels are particularly sought after.
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