1890-93 Scott #219D George Washington 2-Cent Reddish-purple Stamp Post Marked Ca

1890-93 Scott #219D George Washington 2-Cent Reddish-purple Stamp Post Marked Canceled. The stamp in the image is a United States 2-cent George Washington stamp, specifically the 1890-93 issue, Scott #219D. It's characterized by its "lake" color (a deep reddish-purple) and was printed by the American Bank Note Company. Key details about this stamp: Issue dates: 1890-1893. The earliest documented use of the 2¢ lake stamp is February 22, 1890. Denomination: 2 cents. Design: Features a profile of George Washington. Color: Lake (reddish-purple). This color was not well-received and was later replaced with a carmine shade (Scott #220) after about 11 weeks. Printer: American Bank Note Company. Perforations: 12. Watermark: None. Quantity issued: Approximately 6,144,819,500. Value: The Scott Specialized Catalog of United States Stamps and Covers values the 2¢ lake George Washington stamp at $160 in unused, original gum condition and $500 in mint, never-hinged condition. However, its value can vary based on condition, centering, and other factors. The 2-cent rate was used for domestic letters starting July 1, 1919. The 1890-93 series was the last set of stamps printed by the American Bank Note Company for 50 years.