US 1879 Winfield Scott (1786-1866) 24c. Official OVPT. Scott. O8S


US 1879 Winfield Scott (1786-1866) 24c. Official OVPT. Scott. O8S


Series: Official Overprinted Specimen

Issued year: 1879
Face value: 24c.
Emission: Official/Service (Agriculture)

Catalogue No:-
Scott (USA): O8S

Stamp Colors: Yellow
Perforation: line 12
Gum: No gum

Themes: Politicians, Famous People, Generals, Military Officers

Note: Carmine Overprint "SPECIMEN"

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