The mounting holes remain largely intact, making them ready for display. 1955: Blue background with yellow/orange lettering, marked “Land of Lincoln”. 1953: Yellow background with red lettering. State: Illinois.
1965 #0-C to 9999-C. Look for the Dexter press # on the back in lower left corner or upper right corner near stamp box. 1977 #40000-D. 1976 #30000-D. 1975 #20000-D. 1974 #1-10000-D. 1972-73 #80000-c to 99999-C’s.
The reverse side provides fascinating historical context about the Rutledge Tavern, including its construction in 1828 and its connection to Abraham Lincoln, who once slept in the loft while staying at the Tavern.
