Scott #281 – 1898 5¢ Ulysses S. Grant, Dark Blue
Updated August 7, 2026
| Lot number | 300 |
| Auction | Coin, Stamp, Collectables and More 29 |
| Date | August 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Featherznest |
| Location | Grapevine, Arkansas |
Scott 281 Issue: 1898–99 Bureau Issue (Universal Postal Union colors)Subject: Ulysses S. GrantColor: Dark bluePerforations: 12Watermark: Double-line USPSThis is the blue version of the Grant stamp issued to meet UPU color standards for the 5¢ international rate. Used with a heavy black cancel that obscures much of the designAverage centeringSome toning and minor wear visible on the reverse
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