Civil Rights Stamp Appraisal

75th Anniversary of the 13th Amendment Commemorative Postage Stamp

This item is a United States postage stamp, commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. The stamp features a central vignette depicting the 'Emancipation Group' sculpture (also known as the Freedmen's Memorial), which includes a standing figure of Abraham Lincoln gesturing over a kneeling figure of a formerly enslaved person. The dominant colors appear to be various shades of purple or violet, with the design elements rendered in a darker tone against a lighter background. The stamp is rectangular in shape with serrated, perforated edges typical of postage stamps, suggesting it was intended to be separated from a sheet. Text 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' is present across the top, while '75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 13TH AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION' is prominently displayed in a panel below the central artwork. The denomination 'POSTAGE 3 CENTS' is located at the bottom, with the number '3' enclosed in a circular motif. The condition of the stamp, based on the image, shows minor wear consistent with its age, possibly including slight discoloration or foxing, and some visible flecks or dust particles, particularly near the top edge. The perforations appear largely intact, though the exact crispness cannot be fully determined. There are no obvious tears or significant creases visible. The style is commemorative, honoring a specific historical event.