1976 9c Americana Series: Capitol Dome, coil

U.S. #1616

1976 9¢ Dome of Capitol
Americana Series Coil Stamps 

Issue Date: March 5, 1976

City: Milwaukee, WI

Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Printing Method: Engraved
Perforation: 10 vertically

Color: Slate green

Topped by the statue of “Freedom,” the Capitol dome rises nearly 300 feet. Designed by architect Thomas Walter, its design was based on Michelangelo’s dome for St. Peter’s basilica in Rome.