1963 Scott #1233 5¢ Emancipation Proclamation Centennial / Broken Chain Canceled

Commemorative 5-cent U.S. postage stamp issued in 1963 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. The bold design features a broken chain symbolizing freedom, with “1863–1963” and “EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION” prominently displayed. President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation freed approximately 3 million enslaved people in Confederate states, paving the way for the Thirteenth Amendment. Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage. No gum disturbance unless noted.
Features:
- Denomination: 5 cents
- Issue Year: 1963
- Scott Catalog No. 1233
- Subject: Emancipation Proclamation Centennial
- Design Elements: Broken chain, bold typography
- Historical Context: Lincoln’s 1863 proclamation; precursor to the Thirteenth Amendment
- Cancel Type: Black circular and wavy line cancellation
- Fit Notes: Standard commemorative size; ideal for collectors of Civil War history, African American heritage, or legal milestones