Postal Whimsy Nevada Statehood 5¢ Stamp ACEO OOA“Virginia City, Nevada” is an original Postal Whimsy™ miniature by Virginia Barkess, created as a one‑of‑a‑kind ACEO using watercolor, ink, and an authentic U.S. postage stamp. This piece features the 5¢ Nevada Statehood Centennial stamp (1864–1964), expanded into a hand‑painted outline of the state of Nevada.
The soft washes of green, sand, and sky blue form the state silhouette, with “Virginia City” handwritten beneath the stamp to mark its historic location. Ink accents and Virginia’s signature loose watercolor style give the piece a warm, map‑like charm that blends geography, history, and whimsy.
This artwork is OOAK, signed, and will never be reproduced.
Artist: Virginia Barkess
Series: Postal Whimsy™
Title: Virginia City, Nevada
Size: Standard ACEO (2.5" x 3.5")
Medium: Watercolor, ink, and authentic U.S. postage stamp
Surface: Arches 100% cotton artist‑grade watercolor paper
Finish: Unvarnished, archival-safe
This miniature incorporates an authentic U.S. postage stamp, permanently affixed as part of the artwork:
5¢ Nevada Statehood Centennial Stamp (1864–1964) Featuring a detailed illustration of Virginia City with its mountain backdrop, commemorating Nevada’s 100 years of statehood.