Scott U437 (or U437a variety) 3¢ Washington

Updated August 7, 2026

Scott U437 (or U437a variety) – 3¢ Washington embossed stamped envelope.IdentificationThis is U.S. postal stationery (a stamped envelope), not an adhesive stamp.Scott U437 / U437a3¢ Washington, dark violet / purple embossed circular designPeriod of use: roughly 1916–1932 (your “1916-32” range is correct)The embossed head of Washington faces left inside an oval with “UNITED STATES POSTAGE” and “3 CENTS”The 1932 date on this cover (Wellston, Oklahoma, June 11, 1932) falls at the very end of the main period these envelopes were current, just as the letter rate was rising and new 3¢ designs were being introduced.Cover DetailsOrigin: Wellston, OklahomaDate: June 11, 1932, 6 PMAddressee: Mrs. Roy Maston, Hagerman, New Mexico (with “Route” notation)Condition: Clean overall with light aging; small tear/chip at the right edge affecting the envelope but not the embossed stamp area.ValueCommon used 3¢ Washington stamped envelopes of this period in average condition typically sell for:$4 – $10Realistic value for this cover: $5 – $9The Oklahoma-to-New Mexico usage and clear 1932 date add a little regional interest, but these envelopes are plentiful and do not carry a significant premium unless they show rare dies, errors, or special markings. A nice, clean example of late-period use of the U437 serie

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