1959 Stamp Appraisal

1959 4-Cent United States Postage Flag Stamp

This item is a postage stamp, specifically a 4-cent stamp issued by the United States. The central design features a prominent American flag, depicted in full color with red and white stripes and a blue field with white stars. The flag appears to be waving, contributing to a dynamic visual. Above the flag, in the upper right corner, the denomination '4C' is clearly printed. To the left of the denomination, the date 'JULY 4, 1959' is visible, indicating the stamp was issued to commemorate Independence Day of that year. Along the bottom edge of the stamp, the words 'UNITED STATES POSTAGE' are printed, identifying its source and purpose. The stamp exhibits a classic rectangular shape with perforated edges, typical of early to mid-20th century postage stamps. The color palette is vibrant, consisting primarily of red, white, and blue, with black lettering. The overall condition appears to be relatively good, showing no significant tears or creases, a clean surface, and its perforations intact, suggesting it is a 'mint' or unused stamp. No discernible postmark or cancellation marks are visible. The craftsmanship appears standard for government-issued philatelic items of this era, implying consistent printing quality. This stamp belongs to the mid-20th century, specifically the Eisenhower administration period.