Sheridan Stamp Appraisal

US Postage Stamp - Sherman, Grant, Sheridan (3 Cents)

This item is a vintage United States postage stamp, denominated at 3 cents, featuring portraits of three prominent American military figures: Sherman, Grant, and Sheridan. The stamp exhibits a primarily purple hue, indicating its color. It is rectangular in shape with perforated edges, typical of postage stamps. The design consists of three oval vignettes arranged horizontally, each containing a bust portrait of one of the named generals. From left to right, the portraits are labeled 'SHERMAN', 'GRANT', and 'SHERIDAN' beneath their respective ovals. Above the portraits, at the top edge of the stamp, the text 'UNITED STATES POSTAGE' is discernible. The denomination '3' is clearly visible in circular frames in both the bottom left and bottom right corners of the stamp. The overall style suggests a historical or commemorative issue, likely from the early to mid-20th century. The stamp has been postmarked, indicated by several horizontal black lines that run across the entire face of the stamp, obscuring parts of the portraits and text. This postmark signifies that the stamp has been used for postal service. The condition shows visible signs of wear and age, including the cancellation marks. The perforations appear to be largely intact, though some creasing or slight damage to the paper cannot be fully assessed from the image alone. The printing quality appears consistent with official government-issued postage stamps of its era, with fine line engraving detail in the portraits. While no specific printer's marks or signatures are immediately obvious due to the size and resolution, the overall craftsmanship points to standard philatelic production processes. The color appears to be a consistent shade of purple throughout the design.