1966 8¢ Albert Einstein Stamp – Prominent Americans Series, Scott #1285, Purple

This is a 1966 United States 8-cent definitive postage stamp from the Prominent Americans Series, Scott Catalog No. 1285. It features a purple-toned engraved portrait of Albert Einstein (1879–1955), the revolutionary physicist best known for his theory of relativity and contributions to quantum mechanics. Issued to honor his legacy, the stamp reflects mid-century design and celebrates Einstein’s impact on science and humanity.
Features:
- Issue Year: 1966
- Denomination: 8 cents
- Color: Purple
- Scott Catalog No.: 1285
- Series: Prominent Americans
- Subject: Albert Einstein
- Cancel Type: Black horizontal bars (varies by piece)
- Mounting: Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage. No gum disturbance unless noted.
- Condition: Used