Oliver Wendell Holmes made history as the oldest-serving justice on the Court at the age of 90. The 15-cent magenta Holmes stamp, issued on March 8, 1968, in the District of Columbia, commemorates his legacy. The stamp was printed in sheet format from plates of 400 and sold in panes of 100. Its unique gauge of 11 x 10.5 perforations adds to its value as a rare and desirable addition to any stamp collection. Celebrate one of America’s most illustrious minds by acquiring the Holmes stamp today.
Special-Handling Stamp (25-Cent) – Issue Of 1925
The Postal Service act approved February 28 1925 provided for a special handling stamp of 25 cent denomination for use on fourth-class mail matter which would secure for such mail matter the expeditious handling accorded to mail matter of the first class. The 25 cent special handling stamp is the same shape and size as the special delivery stamp but of entirely different design. Within a circle in the center of the stamp is the numeral “25” with the words “Special Handling” arranged in a semicircle directly above. At the top of the stamp in a straight line are the words “United States Postage” and at the bottom within a panel is the word “Cents.” The background is of ornamental lathe work and the entire stamp is inclosed within a straight line border. This stamp is printed in dark green and was first placed on sale April 11 1925 at Washington D.C.