1963 Scott #1208 – 5¢ Flag Over White House / “We the United States” – Canceled

Issued January 9, 1963, this 5-cent U.S. postage stamp features a waving 50-star American flag above the North Portico of the White House. The design includes the phrase “WE THE UNITED STATES” subtly embedded in the flag’s stripes, symbolizing national unity. Known to collectors as Scott #1208, this stamp reflects patriotic iconography from the early 1960s. Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage. No gum disturbance unless noted.
Features:
- Denomination: 5 cents
- Issue Year: 1963
- Scott Catalog No. 1208
- Subject: American flag over White House
- Text: “WE THE UNITED STATES” embedded in design
- Theme: Patriotism, national unity
- Cancel Type: Black circular and wavy line cancellation
- Fit Notes: Standard commemorative size; ideal for collectors of U.S. history, presidential symbolism, or flag-themed issue2