2 Cents George Washington Green Stamp USA

Washington Scott Cat. #213 is a postage stamp that was issued by the United States Postal Service (USPS) in 1887. It is part of the American Bank Note Co. series of definitive stamps that were in use from 1870 to 1890. The stamp features a portrait of George Washington, who was the first President of the United States and a key figure in American history.

The stamp is colored in shades of blue-green, with a circular frame enclosing the portrait of George Washington. The words "United States Postage" and the denomination of "2 cents" are printed at the top and bottom of the stamp, respectively.

The design of Scott Cat. #213 was based on the portrait of George Washington by the American artist Gilbert Stuart, which was engraved by the American artist James Bannister. The stamp was printed on a hard, white paper, and the perforations on the stamp are 12.5 gauge.

Scott Cat. #213 was widely used for regular first-class mail until 1894 when it was replaced by a new series of stamps. However, the stamp remained valid for use in combination with other stamps, such as the 1-cent and 3-cent stamps, to make up higher rates of postage.

Today, Scott Cat. #213 is a popular collectible among stamp enthusiasts and historians, as it is one of the classic stamps of the late 19th century and also marks an important period in American postal history. The stamp has been used as a reference point for determining the authenticity and value of other stamps in the series, and is considered a valuable addition to any stamp collection.