US 1873 Winfield Scott (1786-1866) 24c. Official Scott. O22


US 1873 Winfield Scott (1786-1866) 24c. Official Scott. O22


Series: Official Stamps

Issued date: 01-01-1873 (dd/mm/yyyy)
Face value: 24c.
Emission: Official/Service (Interior)
Watermark: No Watermark

Catalogue No:-
Scott (USA): O22
Michel (Germany): D22
Yvert et Tellier (France): S43

Dimensions (height x width):
28.6mm x 25.4mm

Stamp Colors: Vermilion
Perforation: line 12

Themes: Politicians, Famous People, Generals, Military Officers

Description:- Winfield Scott (1786-1866) was an American military commander and political candidate. He served as a general in the United States Army from 1814 to 1861, taking part in the War of 1812, the Mexican–American War, the early stages of the American Civil War and conflicts with Native Americans. Scott was the Whig Party's presidential nominee in the 1852 election, but was defeated by Democrat Franklin Pierce. He was known as Old Fuss and Feathers for his insistence on proper military etiquette, as well as the Grand Old Man of the Army for his many years of service.

Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winfield_Scott