1959 Scott #1125 – 4¢ José de San Martín / Champion of Liberty – Canceled

Commemorative U.S. postage stamp issued February 25, 1959, in Washington, D.C., as part of the “Champions of Liberty” series. It honors José de San Martín (1778–1850), the Argentine general known as the “Hero of the Andes” for his role in liberating Argentina, Chile, and Peru from Spanish rule. The blue stamp features a medallion-style portrait flanked by a torch and olive branches, symbolizing liberty and peace. Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage. No gum disturbance unless noted.
Features:
- Denomination: 4 cents
- Issue Year: 1959
- Scott Catalog No. 1125
- Series: Champions of Liberty
- Subject: José de San Martín, South American independence leader
- Design: Medallion portrait, torch, olive branches
- Printing Method: Rotary press by Bureau of Engraving and Printing
- Cancel Type: Black wavy line cancellation
- Fit Notes: Standard commemorative size; ideal for collectors of Latin American history, military leaders, or liberty-themed stamps