1860 George Washington (originally 24 cents)

Honoring George Washington, this was the first U.S. stamp issued exclusively with perforations. Like the 12-cent stamp of 1851, this engraved likeness is based on Gilbert Stuart’s iconic Washington portraiture. Here Washington faces a bit to the viewer’s right, a mirror image of the original Stuart portrait. © 2022 United States Postal Service®. All Rights Reserved. Used with Permission