Robert, one possible problem is that the image is too large. I don't know off-hand what the size limit is, but make sure the pixel dimensions are reasonable for viewing on the forum. 650 pixels wide is large enough to examine the image easily and will be small enough to upload.
Looks like the red stamp is cut from a 1932 issued stamped envelope Scott U525. I will leave the 1 cent Franklin up to the experts as there are a lot of possible options
If we go by what people constantly post in the various stamp discussion boards and forums, the rare stamps are vastly more common than the common stamps. You MUST first presume that the stamp is one of the common varieties, and rule those out before moving on to the rare varieties. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof. Even if you are 99% sure that it is a rare variety, you will still need to obtain a certificate of authenticity.
Very true michael generali. I agree 100% just wanted to get opinions .. I've ruled out all the common stamps and came to the conclusion it is the rare stamp. Do you recommend where to get it authenticated I'm in Texas.
#632 perf 11 x 10.5, yellow green shade. The giveaway, besides horizontal/ vertical perfs being different and the yellow-green shade, is being on a postal stationery piece that wasnt issued until 1932. The rare Franklins were long gone by that time.
No, I recommend (and I'm serious about this) you obtain a large bunch of stamps that come in various types, such as the stamp you have, the 2 cent Washington from that set, and the 1, 2 and 3 cent stamps from the Washington-Franklin issues. You can get them in bulk for rather low cost. Then using a Scott US Specialized catalog, practice identification of the stamps without any preconceived notions other than the stamps are all common.
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If we go by what people constantly post in the various stamp discussion boards and forums, the rare stamps are vastly more common than the common stamps. You MUST first presume that the stamp is one of the common varieties, and rule those out before moving on to the rare varieties. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof. Even if you are 99% sure that it is a rare variety, you will still need to obtain a certificate of authenticity.
The giveaway, besides horizontal/ vertical perfs being different and the yellow-green shade, is being on a postal stationery piece that wasnt issued until 1932. The rare Franklins were long gone by that time.
No, I recommend (and I'm serious about this) you obtain a large bunch of stamps that come in various types, such as the stamp you have, the 2 cent Washington from that set, and the 1, 2 and 3 cent stamps from the Washington-Franklin issues. You can get them in bulk for rather low cost. Then using a Scott US Specialized catalog, practice identification of the stamps without any preconceived notions other than the stamps are all common.