U.S. Three Cent Stamp

This three cent stamp (Scott number 214) is printed in a particularly striking vermillion color. It was first issued in this color in 1887, after being printed in green for many years, using the same design. The green versions, such as Scott number 207, are quite common. Finding this later vermillion version of the stamp in decent condition seems to be a life-long quest for the collector of classic U.S. stamps. Finding it on cover is more difficult yet, since the First Class rate was dropped to two cents in 1883.

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