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Common to most large denominations, the 50¢ Thomas Jefferson stamp found use on heavy letters and parcels. Uses on cover are difficult to find. The stamp was issued on March 23, 1903.

Varieties (Scott catalog number):

Common Uses:

• Registered mail
• Parcels
• Heavy international letters

Solo Uses:

50¢ solo franking 

• 10 times UPU 5¢ foreign letter rate
• Heavy domestic mail (25 ounces)
• Various combinations with special services.

Favorite Covers:

• EDU on cover to Uruguay
• Solo use to Germany