1996 Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary 32 Cent US Postage Stamp MNH Sheet of 20 Scott #3059

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We are pleased to offer for sale this 1996 Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary 32 Cent US Postage Stamp MNH Sheet of 20 Scott #3059.

• Country: United States
• Stamp Name: Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary
  
• First Day Cover Issue Date: February 7, 1996
• Denomination: 32 Cent
  
• Scott Number: 3059 Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary
• Illustration Number: A2359 Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary
• Color: Multicolored
  
• Condition: MNH (Mint Never Hinged). Stamp Sheet is a stock photo. Plate positions may vary.
• Sheet Size: 20 stamps, 4 across 5 down
  
• History:  This stamp was issued to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the founding of the Smithsonian  Institution (August 10, 1846 - August 10, 1996).  British scientist James Smithson (June 5, 1765 - May 27, 1829) passed his estate along "to the United States of America, to found at Washington, under the name of the Smithsonian Institution, an establishment for the increase & diffusion of knowledge among men".  On August 10, 1846, President James K. Polk signed the legislation that established the Smithsonian Institution.  The Institution is a group of museums and research centers administered by the United States government.  This stamp features a painting of "The Castle".  It is the Institution's first building and is still used as the Smithsonian's headquarters. "The Castle" can be found near the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
  

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