1929 Stamp Appraisal

1929 2-cent Battle of Fallen Timbers Commemorative Stamp

This item is a United States postage stamp, commemorating the 1794 Battle of Fallen Timbers and the General Anthony Wayne Memorial. The stamp features a predominantly reddish-purple coloration, appearing somewhat faded or muted, indicative of its age. Its rectangular shape is typical for postage stamps, with visible perforations along all four edges, suggesting it was once part of a larger sheet. The central design depicts a three-figure sculptural group, likely representing General Anthony Wayne flanked by two other figures, possibly soldiers or allegorical representations, standing on a pedestal. Above this central image, the text 'UNITED STATES POSTAGE' is prominently displayed in an arc, with '1794 BATTLE OF FALLEN TIMBERS 1929' forming a semi-circular banner beneath it. Below the central figures, the words 'GEN. ANTHONY WAYNE MEMORIAL' are present. The denomination '2' appears in circles in both the lower left and lower right corners of the stamp, indicating its two-cent value. The overall impression is that of a commemorative issue from 1929 celebrating a historical event and figure. The stamp is currently housed within a black, plastic or Mylar-like mount, which protects it and suggests it has been stored as part of a stamp collection. The condition of the stamp itself appears relatively good, though the colors show some age-related softening rather than crispness. No obvious tears, creases, or major damage are visible, but the exact paper quality and gum condition cannot be assessed from the provided image. The perforations appear intact, and the printing details, though small, are discernible, pointing to standard intaglio printing methods common for U.S. stamps of this era. This style of commemorative design with historical figures and events was common during the early 20th century.