1964 Scott #1253 – 5¢ Pine Cone Botanical / Christmas Issue – Canceled

Commemorative 5-cent U.S. postage stamp issued in 1964 as part of the USPS Christmas series. The design features a red pine cone with dark green needles, set against a vertical woodgrain-style background. This nature-themed holiday stamp complements the holly, poinsettia, and mistletoe issues from the same year, celebrating traditional seasonal flora. Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage. No gum disturbance unless noted.
Features:
- Denomination: 5 cents
- Issue Year: 1964
- Scott Catalog No. 1253
- Subject: Pine Cone
- Theme: Christmas, botanical illustration
- Design Elements: Red pine cone, green needles, vertical woodgrain background
- Cancel Type: Black circular and wavy line cancellation
- Fit Notes: Standard commemorative size; ideal for collectors of holiday stamps, plant themes, or seasonal issues