1961 Scott #1144 – 4¢ Patrick Henry / American Credo Series – Canceled

Commemorative U.S. postage stamp issued in 1961 as part of the “American Credo” series, featuring Patrick Henry’s iconic declaration: “Give me liberty or give me death.” Delivered in 1775 to the Virginia Convention, Henry’s speech galvanized support for American independence. The stamp honors his legacy as a fiery orator and patriot. It features a stylized script of the quote, a flaming torch symbolizing liberty, and Henry’s signature in red. Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage. No gum disturbance unless noted.
Features:
- Denomination: 4 cents
- Issue Year: 1961
- Scott Catalog No. 1144
- Series: American Credo
- Subject: Patrick Henry
- Quote: “Give me liberty or give me death”
- Design: Green and brown tones with torch and signature
- Cancel Type: Black circular and wavy line cancellation
- Fit Notes: Standard commemorative size; ideal for collectors of Revolutionary War history, patriotic themes, or American rhetoric