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Revenue Stamp - Lawrence & Cohen, New York
This U.S. Internal Revenue stamp for five cents features the business "Lawrence & Cohen, Manufacturers" in New York. The stamp is green with a perforated edge. Its design includes a central figure resembling a king or playing card royalty, surrounded by ornate Victorian-style scrollwork. Below this, an eagle with outstretched wings prominently displays "U.S. INTER. REV. FIVE CENTS" and "NEW YORK." The value "5" is depicted in each corner. This stamp would have been used for products such as playing cards.
Associated People/Businesses
- Lewis I. Cohen
- COHEN
Geography
No geographic information available.
Subjects
- Revenue stamps
- Playing cards
- Manufacturers
- 19th Century
- New York (City)
- Eagles
- Kings
- Ornate design
- Victorian Era
Physical Location
Arc.MS.56, Box 20, Folder 12