Distinguished Americans
Introduced in 2000, this stamp series honors U.S. citizens who have “left their mark on the American conscience.” Honored on the first Distinguished Americans series stamp is General Joseph W. Stilwell (1883-1946)….
American Scenes
According to the USPS, the American Scenes series is a “colorful renderings of mountains, buttes, wetlands, and seascapes, set apart for nonprofit mail use.” This five-cent stamp was issued for…
Nature of America
This series – which ended in 2010 – captures the unique beauty of America. Each sheet is an artistic masterpiece revealing nature’s majesty in a different geographic region of the…
Priority and Express Mail
Priority Mail offers fast domestic package delivery – usually 1-3 days. Express Mail is the fastest service, with guaranteed next day delivery to most destinations. Originally, this stamp was issued…
Classic Collections
In 1994, the USPS introduced the Classic Collections series. Each sheet in the series features 20 face-different designs. Broadly-defined Americana themes, exceptional artwork, a banner printed on the selvage of…
American Culture Series
This 15¢ Automobile Tail Fin coil stamp, which features the fin of a 1959 Cadillac, met the need for the first-class, presort postcard rate. This stamp, along with the 25¢…
Scenic American Landscapes
Introduced in 1993, the Scenic American Landscapes picture the “mountains, canyons, and swamps that comprise our country’s diverse and majestic terrain,” according to the USPS. Each stamp was issued to satisfy the…
Contemporary Christmas
Since their 1962 introduction, Christmas stamps have become a perennial favorite with the public. More recently, the USPS has issued traditional (religious-themed) designs as well as contemporary Christmas stamps.
Literary Arts Series
According to the USPS, “These skillful wordsmiths spun our favorite tales — and American history along with them.” The Literary Arts Series began in 1979 and continues today.