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4c American Woman single

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Object Details

Printer

Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Description

This American Woman Issue stamp pays tribute to American women and their accomplishments in civic affairs, education, arts and industry. The stamp features an image of a mother and daughter in front of an open book. A building and gavel symbolizes women’s participation in civic affairs such as government or judicial organizations. A mortar board, books and diploma symbolizes women’s participation in education and academia. A caduceus, microscope, violin and mask of drama symbolized women’s participation in the arts, such as entertainment and music, and industries, such as medicine and scientific research.
United States; woman; girl; mother; daughter; children; portrait

Date

June 2, 1960

Object number

1980.2493.5324

Type

Postage Stamps

Medium

paper; ink (deep violet); adhesive / engraving

Place

United States of America

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National Postal Museum Collection

Data Source

National Postal Museum

Topic

Humanitarian Causes
Women's Heritage
U.S. Stamps

Metadata Usage

Usage conditions apply

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/hm8f252a7b1-40ec-4c88-bb55-b7a373f5b172

Record ID

npm_1980.2493.5324
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