1967 Scott #1335 – 5¢ Biglin Brothers Racing / Thomas Eakins – Canceled

Issued on November 1, 1967, this 5-cent U.S. commemorative stamp honors American realist painter Thomas Eakins and features his iconic rowing scene, The Biglin Brothers Racing. The artwork captures two scullers on the Schuylkill River, reflecting Eakins’ mastery of motion and anatomy. Notably, this was the first U.S. stamp printed using the photogravure process, marking a technical milestone in stamp production. Vertical text reads “THE BIGLIN BROTHERS RACING – EAKINS” and “UNITED STATES POSTAGE.” Lightly mounted with stamp hinge tape, removable without damage.

- Denomination: 5 cents
- Issue Date: November 1, 1967
- Scott Catalog No. 1335
- Subject: The Biglin Brothers Racing by Thomas Eakins
- Theme: American art, sports, rowing
- Printing Method: First U.S. stamp printed by photogravure
- Cancel Type: Black circular and wavy line cancellation
- Fit Notes: Standard commemorative size; ideal for collectors of U.S. art stamps, sports themes, or Eakins works