1 Cent Series of 1914 Stamp Documentary USA Red

The 1 Cent Series of 1914 Stamp Documentary USA Red, also known as Scott # O1, is a stamp issued by the United States Postal Service on August 1, 1914, as part of the "Series of 1914" stamps.

The stamp features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, in the center, with the words "United States Documentary" at the top and "One Cent" at the bottom. The stamp has a red background, which distinguishes it from other denominations in the series.

The stamp was used for official government documents and was affixed by the government agency responsible for issuing the document. The one-cent denomination was used for documents that required a small fee or tax to be paid, such as legal papers or certificates.

In terms of size, the stamp measures approximately 1.44 inches in width and 0.84 inches in height. It is rectangular in shape with perforated edges on all sides to facilitate easy separation.

The 1 Cent Series of 1914 Stamp Documentary USA Red is a popular collectible among stamp enthusiasts and historians. It serves as a significant part of the history of the United States postal system and government administration, and is often used as a reference point for determining the authenticity and value of other stamps from the same era.