US 1939 Martha Dandridge Custis Washington (1731-1802) Coil 1½c. Scott. 849


US 1939 Martha Dandridge Custis Washington (1731-1802) Coil 1½c. Scott. 849


Series: Presidential Issue

Issued date: 27-01-1939 (dd/mm/yyyy)
Face value: 1½c.

Emission: Definitive (Coil)
Watermark: No Watermark

Catalogue No:-
Scott (USA): 849
Stanley Gibbons (UK): 842
Michel (Germany): 412F
Yvert et Tellier (France): 370Ba

Dimensions (height x width):
25.4mm x 22.2mm

Printer: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Print Method: Rotary press

Stamp Colors: Bistre brown
Perforation: Perf 10 Horizontally

Themes: Famous People, Woman

Total print: 2,133,842,000 (estimate) both types coil

Description:- Martha Dandridge Custis Washington (1731-1802) was the wife of George Washington, the first President of the United States. Although the title was not coined until after her death, Martha Washington served as the inaugural First lady of the United States. During her lifetime, she was often referred to as "Lady Washington".
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martha_Washington