1932 Washington Bicentennial
- 1932 Washington Bicentennial
The 1932 Washington Bicentennial are postage stamps issued by the United States government in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of President George Washington's birth. Twelve stamps were issued as a collection, with each one depicting the President in a different period in his life.
The series was designed by Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) designers Clair Aubrey Huston and Alvin Meissner. The 1/2¢ through 10¢ values depict portraits of Washington which were derived from paintings, engravings or sculptures made during his lifetime.
The selections were made based on recommendations made by the Washington Bicentennial Commission, The United States Post Office Department and the BEP. The original concept called for not only picturing Washington but also featuring significant events, locations and iconic images of his life and after death. This was later modified to featuring only portraits.
The bicentennial stamps were first placed on sale January 1, 1932, at the post office in Washington, D.C.
Portraits from:http://www.junior-philatelists.com/USStampsHistory32.htm
Illustrations and population from: http://www.1847usa.com/identify/YearSets/1932WashingtonBicentennials.htm
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