Garfield Stamp Appraisal

United States 6 Cents Postage Stamp (President Garfield)

This item is a 6-cent United States postage stamp, likely from the late 19th or early 20th century, featuring a portrait of what appears to be President James A. Garfield. The stamp is predominantly orange or yellow-orange in color, indicative of its denomination and era for US stamps. It has a standard rectangular shape with perforated edges, a common characteristic of postage stamps designed for easy separation from a sheet. The central oval vignette depicts the bust of a male figure, presumably President Garfield, facing slightly to the right. Above the portrait, the curved text 'UNITED STATES POSTAGE' is visible, although somewhat faded or indistinct in parts. Below the portrait, the denomination '6 CENTS' is clearly printed, flanked by large numerals '6' in circles on both the left and right sides. The paper exhibits some signs of aging and possible use, with slight discoloration and minor surface imperfections, including what might be remnants of a postmark or cancellation marks across the portrait area. The perforations appear largely intact, though some wear along the edges is possible. The overall craftsmanship suggests a mass-produced item, yet with the detailed engraving typical of historical postage stamps. The precise condition, exact shade of orange, and the clarity of any watermarks or specific plate numbers would require a more detailed physical examination to fully assess its quality and manufacturing specifics.