U.S. Postage Stamp Commemorating Dr. James Naismith, 1961
Description:
A photographic print of a U.S. Postage stamp commemorating Dr. James Naismith as the creator of the game of basketball. The title of this particular stamp is "Birth Centenary of Dr. James A. Naismith." It was worth four cents. The picture on the stamp is of someone laying a basketball up into the hoop. Down the left side of the stamp reads, "Naismith 1861-1961.". To learn more about Dr. James Naismith, see: https://springfield.as.atlas-sys.com/agents/people/645
This photograph may be reproduced for philatelic, educational, historical and newsworthy purposes, in black and white, in any size. It may not be used for advetising purposes, except philatelic advertising. File available only upon request
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