Postage Stamps of the United States 1847-1957

This revised edition is in fair condition. The paper cover shows signs of age, with noticeable wear along the spine and edges. There is no dust jacket. The pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings. The binding remains intact, ensuring the book is still functional for reading and reference.

The "Postage Stamps of the United States 1847-1957" is a comprehensive guide published by the United States Post Office Department, printed by the United States Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C., in 1957. This revised edition offers an illustrated description of all U.S. postage and special service stamps issued from July 1, 1847, to December 31, 1957. As a publication by the Office of Special Assistant to the Postmaster General, Division of Philately, it serves as an authoritative resource for philatelists and historians alike. While this edition is not the first, its detailed coverage and official origin make it a valuable resource for collectors and researchers interested in mid-20th-century postal history. The book is bound in a sturdy paper cover, typical of government publications of the time, and is in fair condition with some wear on the spine and edges but remains intact and usable.