Description
First Day Cover for the 3¢ Win the War stamp (Scott 905), postmarked Washington, D.C., July 4, 1942 with the “FIRST DAY OF ISSUE” cancel. Striking W.G. Crosby photo cachet shows an eagle-and-stars “Win the War” design with a real-photo “V for Victory” inset. Addressed to Edwin P. Haworth; back is blank. We offer combined shipping-please view all photos for condition.
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Stamp: 3¢ Win the War (Scott #905), correct first-day city/date
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Cachet: W.G. Crosby photo/thermograph style with pasted photo inset
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Historical note: Issued on Independence Day 1942 at the height of WWII morale efforts
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Condition (see photos): Clean, legible cancel; light age toning and minor corner/edge wear typical for the era
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