1974 U.S. 10¢ First Kentucky Settlement Stamp – Scott 1542 – Fort Harrod – Used

This is a 1974 United States commemorative postage stamp, cataloged as Scott 1542, issued to mark the 150th Anniversary of the First Kentucky Settlement at Fort Harrod. Released on June 15, 1974, the design features an illustrated view of Fort Harrod along with a covered wagon scene, symbolizing early frontier life and westward expansion. With a face value of 10 cents, this stamp is part of the USPS’s mid‑1970s historical commemoration series. The example shown is used and displays a clear cancellation.
FEATURES
- Issue: U.S. Commemorative
- Scott Number: 1542
- Year Issued: 1974
- Denomination: 10 Cents
- Subject: First Kentucky Settlement at Fort Harrod
- Design Elements: Fort Harrod illustration; covered wagon frontier scene
- Purpose: 150th Anniversary commemoration
- Condition: Used