Description: Collectible 1960 4c American Credo: Francis Scott Key "And this be our motto: ‘In God is our Trust" Stamp and Envelope, Baltimore, MD. First Day of Issue This collectible stamp was issued in Baltimore, Maryland, on the anniversary and at the location where Francis Scott Key wrote the “Defense of Fort McHenry.” The poem, once set to a tune popular at the time called “To Anacreon in Heaven,” became the “Star-Spangled Banner,” and our nation’s national anthem. The popular form of the anthem only features the first stanza. Key’s lyrics included four stanzas, with the highlighted quotation appearing at the end of the song: / And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave / O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave!” Issue Date: September 14, 1960 City: Baltimore, Maryland Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing Printing Method: Giori Press Color: Carmine and dark blue First Day Cover: Flag with postmark (Baltimore, MD Sep 14, 9am, 1960) Excellent pre-owned condition. A bit of yellowing on the envelope due to age, stamp in perfect condition. Sealed in plastic.
Price: 8.99 USD
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
End Time: 2023-12-21T20:07:24.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.97 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: 4 Cent
Year of Issue: Sept. 14, 1960
Place of Origin: United States
Quality: Used
Color: Red
Grade: Ungraded
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Topic: American Credo
Cancellation Type: First Day of Issue
Modified Item: No
Certification: Uncertified
