Artists Series
Entitled simply “Artists,” this series honors “painters and sculptors whose distinctive brush strokes and compositions made an indelible impression.” One of America’s leading artists, Georgia O’Keeffe is known for her…
Fun information on US stamps and series from 2000–the present.
Entitled simply “Artists,” this series honors “painters and sculptors whose distinctive brush strokes and compositions made an indelible impression.” One of America’s leading artists, Georgia O’Keeffe is known for her…
Since its introduction in 1981, the American Sports Personalities series has honored “world-champion athletes and Hall of Famers who changed the game and won over hearts. Honors the great female…
Introduced in 2005, the America on the Move series commemorates “Classic cars of the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s — fins, chrome, curves and all.”
Hanukkah is a celebration of a miracle that occurred at the Temple of Jerusalem in 165 B.C., when the Maccabees revolted against Syrian King Antiochus IV. The temple was reclaimed,…
Introduced in 1997, the Loony Tunes series showcases some of the most loved cartoon characters of all time.
The USPS introduced the Love series in 1973. The Love stamps are usually issued in time for Valentine mailing and feature designs filled with “hearts, roses, swans, and more, celebrating…
Kwanzaa is an African-American holiday that begins on December 26 and lasts for seven days. It is based on the traditional African harvest festival; the name Kwanzaa is taken from a…
Since ancient times light has been used as a navigational aid for ships. The Egyptian King Ptolemy I ordered the creation of what was probably the world’s first lighthouse, which was…
Introduced in 2001, the American Treasures stamp series honors “fine works by skilled hands, from Amish quilts to idyllic paintings by American masters.”