1953 3¢ Washington Territory Centennial Stamp – Scott 1019 – Pioneer Scene

This is a 1953 United States 3-cent commemorative postage stamp, Scott Catalog #1019, issued to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Washington Territory in 1853. The stamp features a scenic depiction of early pioneers, the state flower (rhododendron), and symbols of Washington’s natural resources and industrial development. It honors the region’s transformation from frontier territory to statehood in 1889, highlighting its contributions to shipping, forestry, and scenic beauty.
Features:
- Issue Year: 1953
- Denomination: 3 cents
- Color: Purple
- Scott Catalog #: 1019
- Subject: Washington Territory Centennial
- Design: Pioneer figures, rhododendron, industrial and natural motifs
- Cancel Type: Black horizontal bars (varies by piece)
- Mounting: Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage. No gum disturbance unless noted.
- Condition: Used