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1962 - Commemorative Homestead Act Of 1862 - Scott #1198 - 4 Cent Stamp X4

1962 - Commemorative Homestead Act Of 1862 - Scott #1198 - 4 Cent Stamp X4

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1962 United States postage stamps, specifically the 4-cent "Homestead Act" issue
Here's more about these stamps:
  • Commemorative Issue: These stamps were issued in 1962 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Homestead Act by President Abraham Lincoln in 1862.
  • Historical Significance: The Homestead Act was a significant piece of legislation that encouraged westward expansion by allowing individuals to claim and settle on public land at low costs.
  • Design: The stamp's design features a settler and his wife standing in front of a sod hut, a common dwelling type in areas with limited timber resources during that era.
  • Scott Number: In philatelic terms, this particular stamp is identified as Scott #1198.
  • Collectibility & Usage: These stamps are considered collectible items by stamp enthusiasts. While they have a face value of 4 cents, they can still be used for postage today, provided their total value equals or exceeds the current postal rate, or supplemental postage is added. 
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