1962 Scott #1204 – 4¢ Higher Education / Morrill Act Centennial – Canceled

Commemorative U.S. postage stamp issued in 1962 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Morrill Act of 1862, which established land-grant colleges through federal land grants. The green and white design features an outline of the United States and an oil lamp, symbolizing enlightenment and access to education. Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage. No gum disturbance unless noted.
Features:
- Denomination: 4 cents
- Issue Year: 1962
- Scott Catalog No. 1204
- Occasion: Morrill Act Centennial
- Subject: Higher education and land-grant institutions
- Design: U.S. outline with oil lamp motif
- Cancel Type: Black circular and wavy line cancellation
- Fit Notes: Standard commemorative size; ideal for collectors of educational history, federal legislation, or 19th-century reform