If I recall correctly, the "5 o'clock shadow" Washington was re-issued in the latter "clean-shaven" variety as there were complaints from the public that Mr. Washington looked rather haggard and not dignified enough in the original.
Here are the bulletin board fliers for 1283 and 1283B, the later notes: "The new stamp will be engraved by a different technique to remove the harsh highlights and soften the shadow areas."
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