United States 3 Cents Postage Stamp (George Washington)

The item is a vintage rectangular postage stamp, primarily rendered in a shade of reddish-orange or vermillion. It features a central circular vignette depicting the profile of George Washington facing left. The portrait is somewhat indistinct due to the image quality but shows the general likeness associated with depictions of Washington on early U.S. stamps. Below the central portrait, the denomination '3 CENTS' is clearly visible, flanked by the numeral '3' on both the left and right sides. Although heavily blurred, the top border appears to bear text, possibly 'UNITED STATES' or similar country identification, typical of such philatelic items. The overall design suggests a classical or early 20th-century aesthetic. The stamp is perforated along all four edges, indicating it was designed to be separated from a sheet. The condition appears to be used or possibly part of an album, as there are no obvious signs of recent minting, although the level of detail is insufficient to confirm postmark presence or assess gum condition. The slight blurring and faded appearance could be due to age, handling, or photographic conditions. The intricate details of the engraving are difficult to discern, but the general impression is one of a mass-produced governmental item from a bygone era. The paper itself seems to be standard stamp paper, likely thin and fibrous. The craftsmanship appears to be typical of early governmental printings, aiming for clear reproduction of the portrait and text.