U.S. Scott #65: the 1861 3¢ rose George Washington

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number127
Estimate8.00 - 30.00 USD
AuctionCoin, Stamp, Collectables and More 29
DateAugust 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseFeatherznest
LocationGrapevine, Arkansas

U.S. Scott #65: the 1861 3¢ rose (or rose red) George Washington stamp (no grill).Same series as your previous #65 example—ornate frame, Washington profile, "U.S. POSTAGE" at top, "THREE CENTS" at bottom. The color here is the typical rose red shade (common issue). The prominent "PAID" marking is a postal marking (often a handstamp or precancel-style), which adds postal history interest but can reduce value slightly compared to lighter cancels. Perf 12.Swedish Tiger confirms #65 as extremely common with massive print runs. Values remain low for used copies; the "PAID" marking is noted in some specialist contexts but doesn't change the base Scott number.Siegel Auction sees plenty of #65s. Used examples with markings like this typically realize $5–$25 for sound copies; better centered or lighter cancels bring more.Approximate ValuesUsed (sound, with "PAID" marking): $8–$30 (Scott CV low; premiums if color is fresh and stamp is well-centered).Fine–VF Used: $20–$60+.

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