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90c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Creator: American Bank Note Company
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90c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Creator: American Bank Note Company
90c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Trial color proof prepared for the 1881 International Cotton Exposition in Atlanta.; In 1881, the American Bank Note Company printed card proofs of all previously issued stamps in five colors--black, scarlet, brown, green, and blue--for the Post Office Department to show at the International Atlanta Cotton Exposition
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American Bank Note Company Card Collectible Collecting Communication Correspondence General Washington George Washington Ink Black Engraving Mail Major Washington National Postal Museum Philately Post Post Office Postage Postage Stamp Postage Stamps President Stamp Stamp Collecting Washington George Politicians Postal Service
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This print showcases a rare and historically significant artifact - the 90c Washington trial color card proof from 1881, created by the renowned American Bank Note Company. This particular trial color proof was prepared specifically for the prestigious International Cotton Exposition held in Atlanta that same year. In an effort to impress visitors at the exposition, the Post Office Department commissioned the American Bank Note Company to produce card proofs of previously issued stamps in five vibrant colors: black, scarlet, brown, green, and blue. The purpose behind this endeavor was to demonstrate their printing capabilities and showcase their mastery of intricate stamp designs. The image itself depicts General George Washington's portrait on a postage stamp-like card. Its monochromatic presentation in black and white emphasizes its historical significance as a collectible item from America's past. As we delve into this photograph, we are transported back to the 19th century - a time when communication relied heavily on mail services provided by institutions like post offices. This remarkable piece not only represents an important chapter in philately but also highlights how politics intersected with artistry during that era. It serves as a testament to both our country's rich heritage and advancements made within scientific institutions such as the Smithsonian Institution's National Postal Museum. As we admire this exquisite print today, it reminds us of how far we have come in terms of communication technology while evoking nostalgia for simpler times when postage stamps were treasured symbols of correspondence between individuals across our vast nation.
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