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1962 Plain FDC USPS #1193 4c Space Project Mercury 4c Cape Canaveral FL ST3228

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Collect the rare 1962 USPS Project Mercury 4¢ stamp showcasing the Friendship 7 capsule flown by John Glenn. This historic piece, printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing using the innovative Giori printing method, is a must-have for collectors and space enthusiasts. Featuring Cape Canaveral's iconic launch site, this stamp symbolizes a significant moment in space history. Get this unique collectible today. 1962 Plain FDC USPS #1193 4c Space Project Mercury 4c Cape Canaveral FL ST3228 USPS Space Project Mercury 4c Cape Canaveral FL Scott #1193 1962U.S. #11931962 4¢ Project Mercury Issue Date: February 20, 1962City: Cape Canaveral, FloridaQuantity: 289,240,000Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and PrintingPrinting Method: Giori PressPerforations: 11Color: Dark blue and yellow U.S. #1193 features the “Friendship 7” space capsule flown by John Glenn in the first successful orbit of the Earth. The mission was the result of a secret project run by the Post Office Department. The Post Office had recently (at the time) started using a Giori Printing Press, which allowed it to produce stamps in two or three colors in a single run (instead of having to send the stamps through for each color). Powered By 3Dsellers.com - Try for Free!

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