Scott #65: 1861 3¢ Rose (or pinkish rose)

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number	111
Estimate	6.00 - 12.00 USD
Auction	Coin, Stamp, Collectables and More 29
Date	August 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Featherznest
Location	Grapevine, Arkansas

Scott #65: 1861 3¢ Rose (or pinkish rose) U.S. postage stamp from the 1861–1867 issue (first U.S. stamps printed by the National Bank Note Company).Identification (Swedish Tiger)Design: George Washington profile in oval frame with intricate lattice background, "U.S. POSTAGE" at top, "THREE CENTS" at bottom.Key Specs: Perf 12, no watermark, rose/pink color. Your example matches the classic Type I design of #65 (common used stamp from the Civil War era). Heavy cancel and condition consistent with used examples of this issue.Value Estimate (Swedish Tiger & Siegel)Used (as shown): Swedish Tiger lists typical values in the $8–$15 range for sound examples (higher for better centering/cancels). Heavy cancel and faults (toning, thinning, edge wear visible on back) lower it.Auction/Siegel comps: Common used #65 trades $5–$20 depending on quality. Average circulated examples often realize $8–$12. Siegel includes these in classic U.S. sales (usually in lots).Your stamp: Attractive design but with heavy cancel, soiling, and condition issues (typical for 160-year-old used stamps) — realistic auction value $6–$12.Suggested Auction Sales Description for Featherznest1861 Scott #65 3¢ Rose Washington – Civil War Era U.S. Postage – UsedClassic 1861 3¢ rose Washington from the important 1861 issue. Intricate engraved design with Washington profile and lattice background. Genuine used example with postal cancel.Historic stamp from the Civil War period—ideal for U.S. classics, Washington on stamps, or 19th-century collections. Sound used condition with character (typical aging/cancels). Scott catalog reflects its popularity.Starting Bid: $5–$7. Estimate: $6–$12. Ships securely!

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