Franklin $2 and $5 Postage Stamps

Benjamin Franklin is often regarded as the “Father of the United States Postal Service.” He was a scientist, diplomat, thinker, inventor, author and publisher. Benjamin Franklin was very well known, but never sought to serve in public office. He gained considerable wealth and was able to “retire” at the young age of 42. Retirement for him allowed him to pursue his many interests at his leisure. There have been many stamps issued over time, with different designs and denominations, portraying the image of Benjamin Franklin.

The Benjamin Franklin $5 green black was issued on August 19, 1918. It was issued at the same times as the $2 Franklin stamp. Each stamp was printed in two different colors and with a new stamp design for that time. Both stamps are almost identical and are rectangular shapes that are 7/8 inch wide and 3/4 inch high. Both stamps have a profile picture of Franklin which is printed in black. The only real differences between the two stamps are the denominations and the border colors. No covers are known to have been produced on this issuance date.

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