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T H E O F F I C I A L S O U R C E F O R S TA M P E N T H U S I A S T S 2014 / Vo l um e 1 9 / Q uar te r 3


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welcome

A S T H E S E A S O N H E A T S U P, people across towns and cities meander through stalls of fresh produce, handpicking ingredients for their next homemade meal or summer picnic. Summer fruits — cherries, blackberries, and tomatoes — ripen beneath the sun’s warm glow. Neighbors and friends mingle among crates of heavy melons, sweet corn, and earthy green beans.

the American artists who studied in Thomas Cole’s 19th century school, capturing the beauty of the landscape with brush and canvas. Continuing the beat of the Music Icons series, the Janis Joplin stamp remembers a soulful rock singer. And two military issuances — The War of 1812: Fort McHenry and The

With farmers markets open for the summer, the Postal Service™ marks the season by

To save you time for enjoying all the perks of summer, we’ve made ordering simple: Just use the enclosed order form, call 1 800 782-6724, visit usps.com/shop, or shop with us at the new eBay store — ebay.com/stamps.

issuing the Farmers Markets stamps — four designs that are as bright and colorful as the freshest fruits and veggies. Get a taste of the local food culture by finding a market near your neighborhood, or share your favorite market recipe through a handwritten letter. And while you’re escaping the summer sun, spend some quiet moments cultivating your collection with more of the latest issuances. Expanding the American Treasures series, the Hudson River School stamps applaud

Civil War: 1864 — commemorate significant moments in our nation’s history.

Wishing you a happy summer,

Sonja Edison Editor and Creative Director USA Philatelic


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NEW ISSUES

2014 / VOLUME 19 / QUARTER 3

Published by

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FOREVER® STAMPS

Stamp Services United States Postal Service Washington, DC 20260-3501

Postmaster General & Chief Executive Officer

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H O L I D AY F O R E V E R ® S TA M P S

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Patrick R. Donahoe

Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing and Sales Officer Nagisa Manabe

Executive Director, Stamp Services and Corporate Licensing Susan McGowan

Manager, Stamp Products and Exhibitions Cindy Tackett

OT H E R R AT E S

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STAMPED CARDS & ENVELOPES

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B U S I N E S S R AT E S

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A M E R I CA N C O M M E M O R AT I V E C O L L E CT I B L E S

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Editor & Creative Director Sonja D. Edison

COLLECTING ESSENTIALS

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Design & Production Journey Group, Inc. Charlottesville, VA For customer service inquiries, please contact: Stamp Fulfillment Services 8300 NE Underground Drive, Pillar 210 Kansas City, MO 64144-0001

PRESS SHEETS

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DUCK STAMPS & JUNIOR DUCK STAMPS

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LAST CHANCE

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USA Philatelic is an official source of current stamps and stamp products from the U.S. Postal Service.

H AV E Y O U S H O P P E D W I T H U S O N E B AY ?

Stamp designs and philatelic products shown may reflect preliminary artwork and are subject to change. Single stamps shown are for illustrative purposes only unless specified for individual sale.

The missing pieces of your collection are just a click away. Find stamps, press sheets, First Day of Issue products, and other collectibles — all at ebay.com/stamps.

Beginning in 1978, all stamp and postal stationery designs are copyrighted by the U.S. Postal Service. The UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE, the Eagle logo, Postal Service and Postal Store are trademarks of the United States Postal Service. All rights reserved. NOTE: Stamps in this catalog are shown at full size (100%) unless otherwise indicated.

Printed in the USA on recycled paper. © 2014 U.S. Postal Service A self-supporting government enterprise, the U.S. Postal Service is the only delivery service that reaches every address in the nation, 150 million residences, businesses and Post Office Boxes. The Postal Service receives no direct support from taxpayers. With 36,000 retail locations and the most frequently visited website in the federal government, the Postal Service relies on the sale of postage, products and services to pay for operating expenses. Named the Most Trusted Government Agency five consecutive years and the sixth Most Trusted Business in the nation by the Ponemon Institute, the Postal Service has annual revenue of more than $68 billion and delivers nearly half the world’s mail. If it were a private sector company, the U.S. Postal Service would rank 26th in the 2008 Fortune 500.

Ashton-Potter (USA)

APU

Avery Dennison AVR

Banknote Corporation of America BCA

CCL Label CCL

Guilford Gravure Inc. GFD

Stamp Venturers SVS

Sennett Security Products SSP

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Additional information available online

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Available while supplies last

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SHOWN AT 190%

NEW ISSUES

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SHOWN AT 65%

Fruits, vegetables, cheeses, flowers, and other fresh products invitingly displayed on tables or in crates — farmers markets and these stamps invite us to share America’s agricultural bounty.

Scan now to purchase more stamps online at our new eBay store!

A Farmers Markets (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE 8/2014 AT WASHINGTON DC 20066 4 DESIGNS, 5 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 1 CORNER, OFFSET (APU)

472504

Pane of 20 with plate no. & selvage *

472503

Block of 8

472502

Strip of 4

472506

Press Sheet with die cuts

49.00

472508

Press Sheet without die cuts

49.00

472516

First Day Covers (Set of 4)

472530

Ceremony Program (Random Single) 6.95

472521

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4)

472510

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4)

472524

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

A Digital Color Postmark Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

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$9.80 3.92 1.96

3.72 6.56 16.95 39.95


SHOWN AT 45%

NEW ISSUES B Groundbreaking singer Janis Joplin (1943–1970), an icon of the

Bar Code placed here

SHOWN AT 230%

1960s whose bluesy voice propelled her to the pinnacle of rock stardom, appears on this new stamp in the Music Icons series.

Janis Joplin (1943–1970) was a groundbreaking singer whose powerful, bluesy voice propelled her to the pinnacle of rock stardom. An icon of the 1960s, she was known for her uninhibited and soulful performances. Joplin is now recognized as one of the greatest rock singers of all time, as well as a pioneer who paved the way for other women in rock music. Name, image and likeness of Janis Joplin used under license.

For more stamps and collectibles, visit usps.com/stamps © 2014 USPS

C Digital Color Postmark

B Janis Joplin (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/2014 AT TBD 1 DESIGN, TBD

588104

Pane of 16 with selvage

588116

First Day Cover

$7.84

588118

First Day Cover (Full Pane) 10.34

588119

First Day Cancelled (Full Pane) 10.34

588130

Ceremony Program

6.95

588121

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.64

588110

Pane of 16 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

9.95

588125

Limited Edition Poster (16” x 22”) & First Day Cover

14.95

588124

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

588126

T-Shirt (Med) & First Day Cover

17.95

588127

T-Shirt (Large) & First Day Cover

17.95

588128

T-Shirt (XL) & First Day Cover

17.95

588129

T-Shirt (XXL) & First Day Cover

17.95

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HUDSON RIVER SCHOOL

AUGUST 21, 2014

H A RT F O R D , C T 0 6 1 0 1

F I R S T DAY O F I S S U E

SHOWN AT 100%

39.95

C Hudson River School (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/21/14 AT HARTFORD CT 06101 4 DESIGNS, GRAVURE (CCL)

689504

Booklet of 20

$9.80

689506

Press Sheet with die cuts

39.20

689508

Press Sheet without die cuts

39.20

689516

First Day Covers (Set of 4) 3.72

689530

Ceremony Program (Random Single)

6.95

689521

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4)

6.56

689510

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4) 16.95

689524

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

39.95

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. Visit usap.co/framed to view online.

Janis Joplin is a TM of Fantality Corp. Distant View of Niagara Falls (1830) by Thomas Cole, from the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago; Summer Afternoon (1865) by Asher B. Durand, from the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Image copyright © The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Image source: Art Resource, NY; Sunset (1856) by Frederic Edwin Church, from the collection of the Munson-Williams-Proctor Art Institute/Art Resource, NY; and Grand Canyon (1912) by Thomas Moran, from the collection of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Photo: Jamison Miller.

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The 12th issuance in the American Treasures series features details of paintings by four renowned Hudson River School artists: Thomas Cole, Asher B. Durand, Frederic Edwin Church, and Thomas Moran.

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NEW ISSUES

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The Petersburg Campaign and Battle of Mobile Bay stamps are the fourth pair in the five-year series commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.

A Digital Color Postmark

A The Civil War: 1864 (First-Class rate Forever ) 速

Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6他 envelope).

DATE OF ISSUE: 7/30/14 AT PETERSBURG VA 23803 & MOBILE AL 36601 2 DESIGNS, OFFSET (SSP)

THER FIND O WA R L I V CI GS ON N I OFFER AND 22-23 PA G E S OLIO F 4 6 8 THE 1 E B AC K ON TH ! COV E R

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587304

Souvenir Sheet of 12

587306

Press Sheet with die cuts

$5.88 35.28

587308

Press Sheet without die cuts

35.28

587316

First Day Covers (Set of 2, Petersburg & Mobile)

1.86

587319

First Day Cancelled (Full Sheet)

8.38

587330

Ceremony Program (2 stamps, 2 cancels) 6.95

587321

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2, Petersburg & Mobile)

3.28

587310

Souvenir Sheet of 12 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2, Petersburg & Mobile)

9.95

587327

The Civil War: 1864 Commemorative Folio with sheet of 12 16.95

587324

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

39.95


NEW ISSUES SHOWN AT 155%

B Medal of Honor: Korean War (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 7/26/14 AT WASHINGTON DC 20066 2 DESIGNS, 3 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

587404

Prestige Folio of 20 with plate no. & selvage *

$9.80

587406

Press Sheet with die cuts

29.40

587408

Press Sheet without die cuts

29.40

587416

First Day Covers (Set of 2)

587430

Ceremony Program (Random Single) 6.95

587421

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2)

587410

Prestige Folio of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2)

587424

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

1.86 3.28 13.95 39.95

C The War of 1812: Fort McHenry (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 9/13/14 AT BALTIMORE MD 1 DESIGN, TBD

588204

Souvenir Sheet of 20

588216

First Day Cover

588218

First Day Cover (Full Pane) 12.30

588219

First Day Cancelled (Full Pane) 12.30

588230

Ceremony Program

6.95

588221

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.64

588210

Souvenir Sheet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

10.95

588224

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

39.95

$9.80 .93

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With its second prestige folio, Medal of Honor: Korean War, the U.S. Postal Service® honors every individual who received the nation’s highest award for valor in combat during the Korean War. Historic photographs of the last living recipients of the Medal of Honor from the Korean War are included.

C Digital Color Postmark Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

September 10, 2014 • Baltimore, MD 21230

SHOWN AT 35%

SHOWN AT 190%

FIRST DAY OF ISSUE

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A scene depicting the bombardment of Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland, in September 1814, appears on this stamp commemorating the third year of the War of 1812.

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C H A R LT O N H E S T O N

SPOTLIGHT

SHOWN AT 240%

A Charlton Heston (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/11/14 AT LOS ANGELES CA 1 DESIGN, 9 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

471804

Pane of 20 with plate no. & selvage *

$9.80

471806

Press Sheet with die cuts

88.20

471808

Press Sheet without die cuts

88.20

471816

First Day Cover

471818

First Day Cover (Full Pane) 12.30

471819

First Day Cancelled (Full Pane) 12.30

471830

Ceremony Program

471821

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

471810

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

471824

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (15” x 15”) 39.95

.93

6.95 1.64 11.95

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The 18th stamp in the Legends of Hollywood series celebrates the prolific acting career of Charlton Heston (1923-2008). Featuring a color portrait of the actor by noted movie artist Drew Struzan, the stamp artwork is based on a photograph taken by Heston’s wife, Lydia Clarke Heston.

A Press Sheet

A Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

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A Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

Name and image of Charlton Heston liscensed by Charlton Heston Family Trust. BEN-HUR Licensed By: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.


FOR E V ER® STA M PS SHOWN AT 120%

B Muscle Cars (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/22/13 AT DAYTONA BEACH FL 5 DESIGNS, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, GRAVURE (AVR)

470544

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header *

$9.80

470546

Press Sheet with die cuts

98.00

470548

Press Sheet without die cuts

98.00

470510

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Set of 5) 17.95

470525

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (13” x 14”)

39.95

C Hot Rods (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/6/14 AT YORK PA, 2 DESIGNS, GRAVURE (CCL)

689204

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

689206

Press Sheet with die cuts

68.60

689208

Press Sheet without die cuts

68.60

689216

First Day Covers (Set of 2)

689230

Ceremony Program (Random Single) 6.95

689221

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2) 3.28

689210

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2) 13.95

689224

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Information (9” x 7”) 19.95

1.86

D Harvey Milk (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 5/22/14 AT WASHINGTON DC , 1 DESIGN, 12 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

472004

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

472003

Block of 10

472002

Block of 4

472006

Press Sheet with die cuts

117.60

472008

Press Sheet without die cuts

117.60

472016

First Day Cover

472030

Ceremony Program

472021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

472010

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

472024

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (10” x 16”) (Shown on page 17.) 39.95

1.96

B

Fast, powerful, and eye-catching, muscle cars roared onto America’s roads in the 1960s. The five high-performance vehicles depicted on these stamps in the America on the Move series represent the era’s adventurous spirit.

.93 6.95 1.64 11.95

HARVEY MILK® Licensed by the Harvey Milk Foundation. “Shelby®” and “GT-500®” are registered trademarks of Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc., used under license. Dodge Charger Daytona and Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda are trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. General Motors Chevelle and Pontiac Trademarks used under license to the USPS. MUSTANG is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.

FOREVER

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An influential figure for gay civil rights, Harvey Milk was a political activist whose 1977 election to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors made him one of the country’s first openly gay elected officials. This stamp, featuring a blackand-white photograph by Daniel Nicoletta, proudly honors his legacy.

VIEW HARV EY MI LK FRAM ED S TA M PS ON PA G E 17.

FOREVER

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SHOWN AT 155%

4.90

SHOWN AT 135%

$9.80

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Featuring two dazzling Ford® ’32 “Deuce” roadsters, these stamps recognize the nearly century-old tradition of hot rods — fast, flashy, and powerful rides modified for racing and showcasing. Each stamp illustrates the elegant curves and distinctive grille of the iconic vehicles.

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SPOTLIGHT

SHOWN AT 100%

SONGBIR DS

A Celebrating the beauty and talent of our melodic feathered friends, the Songbirds stamps illustrate ten species of perching birds, including the western meadowlark, the mountain bluebird, the Baltimore oriole, and the American goldfinch.

A Songbirds (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/5/14 AT DALLAS TX, 10 DESIGNS, OFFSET (APU)

689304

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

689306

Press Sheet with die cuts

78.40

689308

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

689316

First Day Covers (Set of 10) 9.30

689330

Ceremony Program (Random Single) 6.95

689321

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 10) 16.40

689310

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Random Single) 11.95

689323

Notecard Set with Envelopes & Stamps (Set of 10, 10 designs) 15.95

689324

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (11” x 12”) 39.95

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Let these cheery, colorful songbirds deliver your message. (Includes 10 blank cards, plus stamps and envelopes.)

A Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

A Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

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SHOWN AT 105%

FOR E V ER® STA M PS B

Celebrating the elegance of a prehistoric plant, each of these five stamps depicts a different fern species — autumn fern, Goldie’s wood fern, soft shield fern, Fortune’s holly fern, and painted fern — captured in naturally diffused sunlight by photographer Cindy Dyer.

B Ferns (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

777304

Full Coil of 10,000

777303

Strip of 25 with plate no.

$4,900.00

777316

First Day Covers (Set of 5) 4.65

777321

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 5) 8.20

12.25

SHOWN AT 115%

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/6/14 AT KANSAS CITY MO, 5 DESIGNS, PLATE NO. EVERY 30‡, GRAVURE (CCL)

C Winter Flowers (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/14/14 AT LITTLE ROCK AR, 4 DESIGNS, OFFSET (SSP)

689104

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

689106

Press Sheet with die cuts

78.40

689108

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

689116

First Day Covers (Set of 4) 3.72

689121

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4) 6.56

689110

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4) 16.95

C

These colorful stamps feature four winter-blooming flowers: amaryllis, cyclamen, Christmas cactus, and paperwhite (clockwise from top left).

D La Florida (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

470644

Pane of 16 with plate no. & selvage *

$7.84

470646

Press Sheet with die cuts

78.40

470648

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

470610

Pane of 16 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4)

470623

Notecard Set with Envelopes & Stamps (Set of 8)

470624

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (13” x 15”)

13.95 13.95 39.95

SHOWN AT 105%

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/3/13 AT ST. AUGUSTINE FL, 4 DESIGNS, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 1 CORNER, GRAVURE (AVR)

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. ‡ This number represents the actual plate number intervals. Visit usap.co/framed to view online.

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D A feast for the eyes and the spirit, this beautiful set includes eight assorted notecards (blank inside), eight envelopes, and eight La Florida stamps.

Celebrate the 500th anniversary of the first Spanish expedition to Florida with these stamps evoking the beauty of the state’s floral abundance.

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HA RRY POTTER

SPOTLIGHT

A

Celebrating the Harry Potter films that brought J.K. Rowling’s magical world to the screen, this 20-stamp souvenir booklet features stills from the Warner Bros. film series showing some of the brave heroes, fearsome villains, and extraordinary creatures that inhabit Harry’s world.

A Harry Potter(First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 11/19/13 AT ORLANDO FL 20 DESIGNS, OFFSET (APU)

471144

Souvenir Booklet of 20 with selvage

471116

First Day Covers (Set of 20) 18.00

$9.80

471130

Ceremony Program (Random Single) 6.95

471121

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 20) 32.20

471110

Souvenir Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Random Single) 10.95

471133

Commemorative Panel (2 pages) with souvenir booklet of 20 17.95

471124

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (22” x 16”) 49.95

A Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

A Commemorative Panel (2 pages) The first of two 8 ½” x 11 ¼” panels features a narrative about Harry’s adventures along with movie stills from the award-winning films, while the second houses a booklet of 20 Harry Potter stamps in a protective mount.

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AT USPSSTAMPS.COM “Film and stamp composition are drastically different,” art director Greg Breeding explains. “These movie stills are designed to be presented at 70 feet wide.” Read the rest of the story — and watch an animation of the booklet unfolding — at usap.co/potter.

TM & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. (s14)


V IN TAGE CIRCUS POSTER S

SPOTLIGHT

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B

Showcasing posters created to advertise traveling circuses in the early 20th century, these 16 stamps feature reproductions of eight vintage lithographs. Exaggerated in scale and style, posters touted the wonders of the show — fearsome animals, colorful clowns, and daring usap.co/circus performers.

B Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers

B Vintage Circus Posters (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 5/5/14 AT SARASOTA FL 8 DESIGNS, 6 POSITIONS, OFFSET (SSP)

472104

Pane of 16 with selvage

$7.84

472106

Press Sheet with die cuts

47.04

472108

Press Sheet without die cuts

47.04

472116

First Day Covers (Set of 8) 7.44

472118

First Day Cover (Full Pane) 10.34

472119

First Day Cancelled (Full Pane) 10.34

472130

Ceremony Program (Random Single) 6.95

472121

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 8)

472110

Pane of 16 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Random Single) 9.95

472124

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (13” x 16”) 39.95

13.12

B Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

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FOR E V ER® STA M PS A Nevada Statehood (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

FOREVER | USA

DATE OF ISSUE: 5/29/14 AT LAS VEGAS NV, 1 DESIGN, 12 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

472203

Block of 10

472202

Block of 4

472206

Press Sheet with die cuts

117.60

472208

Press Sheet without die cuts

117.60

472216

First Day Cover

472230

Ceremony Program

472221

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

472210

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

A Known by several nicknames — the Silver State, the Battle

472224

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (13” x 13”)

Born State, the Sagebrush State — Nevada became the 36th state on October 31, 1864.

B Breast Cancer Research Semipostal (First-Class rate)

1864

472204

$9.80 4.90 1.96

.93 6.95 1.64 11.95 39.95

REPRINTED: 8/00, 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (AVR) SHOWN AT 150%

503204

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$12.00

NOTE: Each Breast Cancer Research Semipostal stamp is valid for postage at the First-Class Mail®, single-piece, first-ounce rate in effect at the time of purchase.

C Red, White, and Blue (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE 4/25/14 AT SAN FRANCISCO CA, 4 DESIGNS, PLATE NO. EVERY 32‡, GRAVURE (CCL)

776504

Full Coil of 10,000

776503

Strip of 25 with plate no.

$4,900.00

B Be a part of the

776516

First Day Covers (Set of 4) 3.72

phenomenal success of the Breast Cancer Research Semipostal. Since its issuance in July 1998, sales from this stamp have raised more than $77 million for breast cancer research.

776521

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4)

12.25 6.56

D New England Coastal Lighthouses (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 7/13/13 AT PORTLAND ME, NEW CASTLE NH, BOSTON MA, NARRAGANSETT RI & NEW LONDON CT 5 DESIGNS, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

471244

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header *

$9.80

471246

Press Sheet with die cuts

58.80

471248

Press Sheet without die cuts

58.80

471217

First Day Covers (Set of 5, 5 Cancels) � 4.50

471221

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 5, 5 Cancels) � 8.05

471210

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 5, 5 Cancels) 17.95

471223

Notecard Set with Envelopes & Stamps (Set of 10)

471224

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (12” x 15”)

15.95 39.95

C

C Digital Color Postmark Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

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SHOWN AT 125%

Inspired by 20th century American ephemera, these Large Coil stamps feature four different, modern interpretations of a flying flag.


FOR E V ER® STA M PS SHOWN AT 110%

D The latest issuance in the always popular and regularly sold-out Lighthouses series focuses on some of the nation’s oldest sentinels, all located on the New England coast. usap.co/lighthouses

E A Flag for All Seasons (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

REISSUED: 3/17/14 AT LIBERTY MO, 4 DESIGNS, OFFSET (SSP)

688445

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

688418

First Day Covers (Set of 4)

3.72

DATE OF ISSUE: 5/17/13 AT ROCHESTER NY, 4 DESIGNS, OFFSET (APU)

688410

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4) 15.95

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/16/13 AT INDEPENDENCE OH, 4 DESIGNS, OFFSET (SSP)

688844

Booklet of 10

688816

First Day Covers (Set of 4) � 3.60

$4.90

688821

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4) � 6.44

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/8/13 AT MILWAUKEE WI, 4 DESIGNS, GRAVURE (AVR)

688443

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

688417

First Day Covers (Set of 4) � 3.60

688422

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4) � 6.44

D Share the beauty of the lighthouses featured on the stamps with this set of 10 blank notecards (two of each design) and envelopes, plus 10 New England Coastal Lighthouses stamps.

SHOWN AT 135%

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. ‡ This number represents the actual plate number intervals. � Going off sale 9/30/14. Available while supplies last. Visit usap.co/framed to view online.

E Digital Color Postmark Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

E

A stamp for every season! Old Glory proudly waves all year round on these four Forever® stamps.

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JIMI HENDR IX

SPOTLIGHT

(BACK OF PANE) SHOWN AT 45%

Jimi Hendrix is a TM of Authentic Hendrix, LLC under license from Experience Hendrix, LLC.

SHOWN AT 190%

SHOWN AT 45%

(FRONT OF PANE)

Considered to be the greatest rock guitarist of all time, Jimi Hendrix (1942-1970) was one of the most important musicians of the 20th century. Combining influences from rock, jazz, soul, and the blues with his own innovations, he created a unique sound and style that continue to inspire musicians and win new fans. For more stamps and collectibles, visit usps.com/stamps ©2014 USPS

A Jimi Hendrix (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/13/14 AT AUSTIN TX, 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (SSP)

588004

Pane of 16 with selvage

$7.84

588006

Press Sheet with die cuts

70.56

A Combining influences from rock, jazz, soul, and

588008

Press Sheet without die cuts

70.56

the blues with his own innovations, rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix is considered one of the most important musicians of the 20th century.

588016

First Day Cover

588018

First Day Cover (Full Pane)

10.34

588019

First Day Cancelled (Full Pane)

10.34

588030

Ceremony Program

588021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.64

588010

Pane of 16 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

9.95

588025

Limited Edition Poster (16” x 22”) & First Day Cover

14.95

588024

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (13” x 16”)

39.95

.93

6.95

AT USPSSTAMPS.COM “First and foremost it’s about trying to capture that inner light that he had. Can I be tame with the color with Jimi? Nah.” –Stamp artist Rudy Gutierrez

A Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

Hear more from Rudy in a video about the stamp’s making — at usap.co/hendrix.

A

Limited Edition Poster (includes First Day Cover)

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SHOWN AT 195%

FOR E V ER® STA M PS B Ray Charles (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 9/23/13 AT LOS ANGELES CA & ATLANTA GA 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (SSP)

579544

Pane of 16 with selvage

$7.84

579546

Press Sheet with die cuts

70.56

579548

Press Sheet without die cuts

70.56

579516

First Day Cover (Los Angeles) � .90

579517

First Day Cover (Atlanta) � .90

579521

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Los Angeles) � 1.61

579522

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Atlanta) � 1.61

579510

Pane of 16 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Los Angeles) 9.00

579525

Limited Edition Screen Print Poster (16” x 22”) & First Day Cover

579524

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (13” x 16”)

14.95 39.95

C Johnny Cash (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

B

The U.S. Postal Service proudly honors inspiring musician Ray Charles, whose unique blend of blues, gospel, jazz, country, and soul brought us songs like “I’ve Got a Woman” and “Georgia on My Mind.” Part of the Music Icons series, the stamp depicts a later image of Charles by photographer Yves usap.co/ray Carrère.

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/5/13 AT NASHVILLE TN 1 DESIGN, GRAVURE (AVR)

579444

Pane of 16 with selvage

$7.84

579446

Press Sheet with die cuts

62.72

579448

Press Sheet without die cuts

62.72

579410

Pane of 16 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

579425

Limited Edition Screen Print Poster (16” x 22”) & First Day Cover 14.95

579434

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (12” x 15”)

9.00

39.95

SHOWN AT 195%

� Going off sale 9/30/14. Available while supplies last. Visit usap.co/framed to view online.

CO L L E C T ALL THE ST AMPS I N THE MU SIC ICO NS SERIES !

MUSIC ICONS

TH

Name aNd likeNeSS UNder liceNSe from the JohN r. caSh revocable trUSt. PhotograPhy fraNk bez aNd aNdy earl.

©2013 USPS

B Limited Edition Screen Print Poster

C Limited Edition Screen Print Poster

(includes First Day Cover) usap.co/posters

(includes First Day Cover)

C

Johnny Cash — known to many simply as “the Man in Black” — is best remembered as a country music artist, though his influence can be felt in just about every other genre, from rock and folk to blues and gospel. His stamp was issued in 2013 as part of the exciting new Music usap.co/johnny Icons series.

All rights to the name and likeness of Ray Charles are owned by The Ray Charles Foundation. Photo © MEPHISTO Name and likeness under license from the John R. Cash Revocable Trust.

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A

The 37th stamp in the Black Heritage series honors Shirley Chisholm (1924-2005), the first black woman elected to Congress in 1969. An outspoken politician, Chisholm advocated for women, people of color, and the poor.

SHOWN AT 165%

FOR E V ER® STA M PS A Shirley Chisholm (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/31/14 AT BROOKLYN NY, 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, GRAVURE (CCL)

471604

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header *

471603

Block of 10

$9.80

471602

Block of 4

471606

Press Sheet with die cuts

98.00

471608

Press Sheet without die cuts

98.00

471616

First Day Cover

471630

Ceremony Program

471621

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

471610

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

471624

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (12” x 15”) (Shown on page 17.) 39.95

4.90 1.96

.93 6.95 1.64 11.95

B The 1963 March on Washington (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/23/13 AT WASHINGTON DC, 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 1 CORNER, GRAVURE (AVR)

471744

Pane of 20 with plate no. & selvage *

$9.80

471746

Press Sheet with die cuts

98.00

471748

Press Sheet without die cuts

98.00

Digital Color Postmark

471716

First Day Cover � .90

Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

471721

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover � 1.61

471710

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover 10.95

B Evoking the memory of a civil rights milestone, The 1963 March on Washington Forever® stamp depicts marchers, holding placards calling for equal rights and jobs for all, against the background of the Washington Monument.

471729

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (13⅜” x 16”) 39.95

471734

2013 Civil Rights First Day Collection (Pane of 20 stamps (3) and DCP First Day Covers (3) for Emancipation Proclamation, Rosa Parks (random DCP) and The 1963 March on Washington) 32.95

SHOWN AT 165%

A

B 2013 Civil Rights First Day Collection Remember three great moments that changed a nation. Inside a handsome black-and-gold folder, find both a sheet of 20 Forever® stamps and a Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover for each of the Emancipation Proclamation, Rosa Parks (random DCP), and The 1963 March on Washington issues.

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FOR E V ER® STA M PS SHOWN AT 175%

C Where Dreams Blossom (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

REISSUED: 5/2/14 AT ACTON MA, 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

519904

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

519903

Block of 10

$9.80 4.90

519902

Block of 4

1.96

519916

First Day Cover

519921

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

519910

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

.93 1.64 11.95

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/11/13 AT NEW YORK NY, 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

C With a splash of color and

579946

Press Sheet with die cuts

78.40

579948

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

579910

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

10.95

a beautiful bouquet, Where Dreams Blossom adds a fun and contemporary flair to all kinds of correspondence.

D Wedding Roses (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

575974

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

SHOWN AT 175%

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/21/11 AT WASHINGTON DC, 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

$9.80

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. � Going off sale 9/30/14. Visit usap.co/framed to view online.

D The Wedding Roses stamp is perfect for use on wedding correspondence, from your announcements to save-the-date cards, RSVP envelopes, and thank-you notes.

S H O W C A S E Y O U R FAV O R I T E S T A M P S With the framed stamps collection, stamps are elevated from envelopes and albums — to walls! Decorate your home or office with artwork that shows off the stamps and announces the First Day of Issue with a metal plaque. Plexiglass and matting protect the stamp sheet, and a dust cover and hanger on back make the frames easy to display.

VISIT MED O/FRA C . U SAP RE O M W E TO VI ! E N I ONL

Inverted Jenny Framed Stamps

Shirley Chisholm Framed Stamps

Harvey Milk Framed Stamps

(11” x 13”) // $39.95 // 580024

(12” x 15”) // $39.95 // 471624

(10” x 16”) // $39.95 // 472024

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FOR E V ER® STA M PS SHOWN AT 40%

A Celebrating Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse (First-Class rate Forever®)

SHOWN AT 170%

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/15/14 AT SAN FRANCISCO CA, 1 DESIGN, GRAVURE (CCL)

587144

Souvenir Sheet of 12

$5.88

587146

Press Sheet with die cuts

52.92

587148

Press Sheet without die cuts

52.92

587116

First Day Cover

587118

First Day Cover (Full Sheet) 8.02

587119

First Day Cancelled (Full Sheet) 8.02

587130

Ceremony Program

587121

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.61

587110

Souvenir Sheets of 12 (2) & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

12.95

587124

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (13” x 13”) 39.95

.90

6.95

B Celebrating Lunar New Year: Year of the Snake (First-Class rate Forever®) DATE OF ISSUE: 1/16/13 AT SAN FRANCISCO CA, 1 DESIGN, GRAVURE (AVR)

578644

Souvenir Sheet of 12

$5.88

578646

Press Sheet with die cuts

52.92

A The U.S. Postal Service continues its Celebrating Lunar

578648

Press Sheet without die cuts

52.92

New Year series with the Year of the Horse stamp, depicting Chinese drums — traditionally played to usher in the New Year — decorated with peonies, symbols of prosperity. The Year of the Horse began on January 31, 2014, and ends on February 18, 2015.

578610

Souvenir Sheets of 12 (2) & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

12.95

578623

Deluxe Notecard Set with Envelopes & Stamps (Set of 12) 16.95

578633

Commemorative Panel with block of 4

10.95

B Commemorative Panel SHOWN AT 170%

This 8 ½ x 11 ¼-inch panel, printed on 80# card stock, features a narrative about the Lunar New Year celebration framed by colorful imagery. The panel is accompanied by a block of four mint Year of the Snake stamps in a protective mount.

B

Lucky red firecrackers are used to welcome the Lunar New Year and scare away evil spirits. The Year of the Snake began February 10, 2013, and ended January 30, 2014.

B What says “celebrate” more than bright red firecrackers and gold trim? These bold cards — when paired with the matching stamps — are sure to add some pop to your mail. Includes 12 blank cards, plus stamps and envelopes.

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AT USPSSTAMPS.COM “It’s not just a little postage stamp,” artist Kam Mak insists. “It’s helping people make connections between cultures.” Read the rest of the story — and see photos of Mak’s studio — at usap.co/horse.


C Cut Paper Heart (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/21/14 AT NEW YORK NY, 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, GRAVURE (CCL)

587244

Pane of 20 with plate no.*

587243

Block of 10

$9.80

587242

Block of 4

587246

Press Sheet with die cuts

58.80

587248

Press Sheet without die cuts

58.80

587216

First Day Cover

587230

Ceremony Program

587221

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

587210

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

587224

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (10½” x 16”) 39.95

4.90

SHOWN AT 190%

FOR E V ER® STA M PS C

Reminiscent of the folk art of papercutting, the new Cut Paper Heart stamp adds to the beautiful tradition of romantic Love stamps. usap.co/love

1.96

.90 6.95 1.61 10.95

D Neon Celebrate! (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/25/11 AT CLEVELAND OH, 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, GRAVURE (SSP)

576274

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

576294

Notecard Set with Envelopes & Stamps (Set of 8) 12.95

$9.80

E Sealed with Love (First-Class rate Forever ) DATE OF ISSUE: 1/30/13 AT LOVELAND CO, 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, GRAVURE (AVR)

578744

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$9.80

578746

Press Sheet with die cuts

58.80

578748

Press Sheet without die cuts

58.80

578710

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

10.95

578723

Stamp Art Card Set with Envelopes & Stamps (Set of 8) 13.95

D

Bringing an extra wish for happiness to anyone celebrating a special time, this stamp features a brilliantly colored design crafted out of neon and glass by artist Michael Flechtner.

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. Visit usap.co/framed to view online.

SHOWN AT 175%

SHOWN AT 175%

®

E

Evoking the romance of a bygone era, the Sealed with Love stamp expresses the joy and beauty of handwritten love letters.

D

With this set of eight notecards, you’ll always be ready to celebrate! Notecards (5 ½” x 4 ⅛”) come with coordinating envelopes and matching Neon Celebrate! Forever® stamps — great for graduations, birthdays, New Year’s wishes, and more.

E Showcasing four designs from the popular Love series, these cards will have you sending love notes all year long. Includes eight cards (two of each design), plus stamps and envelopes.

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FOR E V ER® STA M PS A The War of 1812: Battle of Lake Erie (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 9/10/13 AT PUT-IN-BAY OH 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, OFFSET (APU)

579144

Souvenir Sheet of 20

$9.80

579146

Press Sheet with die cuts

58.80

579148

Press Sheet without die cuts

58.80

579121

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover � 1.61

579110

Souvenir Sheet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

10.95

B The Star-Spangled Banner (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/28/14 AT INDEPENDENCE MO 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (APU)

A This 2013 issuance depicts William Henry Powell’s famous painting, Battle of Lake Erie, which shows Oliver Hazard Perry in the small boat he used to transfer from his ruined flagship, the Lawrence, to the Niagara.

689004

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

689016

First Day Cover

689030

Ceremony Program

689021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

689010

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

.93 6.95 1.64 11.95

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/3/14 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (SSP)

689002

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

689017

First Day Cover

689022

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

.93 1.64

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/3/14 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, GRAVURE (CCL)

A Digital Color Postmark

689003

Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

SHOWN AT 170%

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/3/14 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (SSP)

587904

ATM Booklet of 18

587916

First Day Cover

$8.82

587930

Ceremony Program

6.95

587921

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.64

.93

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/28/14 AT INDEPENDENCE MO 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (APU)

B

This patriotic issuance commemorates the 200th anniversary of the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key’s “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

military decoration in the world in present use, the Purple Heart is awarded in the name of the President of the United States to members of the U.S. military who have been wounded or killed in action.

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Full Coil of 100 (only) $49.00

789916

First Day Cover

789921

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

.93 1.64

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/3/14 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 32‡, OFFSET (SSP)

SHOWN AT 170%

C Believed to be the oldest

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789902

Full Coil of 100 (only) $49.00

789917

First Day Cover

789922

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

.93 1.64

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/28/14 AT INDEPENDENCE MO 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 21‡, GRAVURE (CCL)

789903

Full Coil of 100 (only) $49.00

C Purple Heart Medal (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

REPRINTED: 1/2014 1 DESIGN, 21 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, GRAVURE (CCL)

185404

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

185403

Block of 10

$9.80 4.90

185402

Block of 4

1.96


SPOTLIGHT

M E D A L O F H O N O R : W O R L D WA R I I

D

With the issuance of Medal of Honor: World War II, the U.S. Postal Service honors the extraordinary courage of every individual who received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the war. One stamp features a photograph of the Navy version of the Medal of Honor; the other features usap.co/honor a photograph of the Army version of the award.

D Medal of Honor: World War II (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 11/11/13 AT WASHINGTON DC, 2 DESIGNS, 3 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

581044

Prestige Folio of 20 with plate no. & selvage *

$9.80

581046

Press Sheet with die cuts

29.40

581048

Press Sheet without die cuts

29.40

581016

First Day Covers (Set of 2) 1.80

581030

Ceremony Program (Random Single) 6.95

581021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2) 3.22

581010

Prestige Folio of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2) 12.95

581024

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (11” x 16”) 39.95

581033

Commemorative Panel with Prestige Folio of 20

17.95

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. ‡ This number represents the actual plate number intervals. � Going off sale 9/30/14.

D Press Sheet D Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque

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SHOWN AT 60%

FOR E V ER® STA M PS

“Behind the Designs” card features affixed stamps with First Day of Issue black pictorial and digital color postmarks, along with exclusive information on the postmark designs

A

This pair of stamps depicting the Battle of New Orleans and the Battle of Antietam is second in a five-year series commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.

A The Civil War: 1862 (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/24/12 AT NEW ORLEANS LA 2 DESIGNS, OFFSET (APU)

577044

Souvenir Sheet of 12

$5.88

577046

Press Sheet with die cuts

35.28

577071

The Civil War: 1862 Commemorative Folio with sheet of 12

15.95

A

With a custom see-through window, this folio provides an elegant way to collect and display both sides of The Civil War: 1862 sheet, as well as two official First Day of Issue cancellations and exclusive information about their designs. Don’t miss this folio — the second in a series of five!

Printed details about the stamp designs

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See-through window protects the stamps while displaying both front and back of the double-sided sheet


SHOWN AT 60%

FOR E V ER® STA M PS

VIEW THE CIVIL W AR: 1864 FOLIO ON T H E B AC K C OV E R !

THE CIVILWAR

1861 A Nation Touched with Fire

The American people and the Government at Washington may refuse to recognize it for a time; but the “inexorable logic of events” will force it upon them in the end; that the war now being waged in this land is a war for and against slavery.

B

This souvenir sheet is third in a five-year series commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Two stamps feature reproductions of iconic lithographic images from the Battle of Gettysburg and the Battle of Vicksburg.

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I’ll trace these gardens o’er and o’er, Meditate on each sweet flower, Thinking of each happy hour, Oh, Johnny is gone for a soldier.

I foresee that the country will have to pass through a terrible ordeal, a necessary expiation, perhaps, of our national sins.

Traditional lament

Robert E. Lee 2011

2011

Fo reve r

Fort Sumter April 12-13, 1861

SHOWN AT 35%

CW1861-Forever-pane-v3.pdf

Usa

Frederick Douglass

The last ray of hope for preserving the Union peaceably expired at the assault upon Fort Sumter.

Fo reve r

First Bull Run July 21, 1861

Usa

People who are anxious to bring on war don’t know what they are bargaining for; they don’t see all the horrors that must accompany such an event.

Thomas J. Jackson

Abraham Lincoln

B The Civil War: 1863 (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 5/23/13 AT VICKSBURG MS & GETTYSBURG PA 2 DESIGNS, OFFSET (APU)

578944

Souvenir Sheet of 12

578946

Press Sheet with die cuts

$5.88 35.28

578948

Press Sheet without die cuts

35.28

578910

Souvenir Sheet of 12 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 2, Vicksburg & Gettysburg)

C

The Fort Sumter and First Bull Run stamps began a five-year series commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. usap.co/civilwar

8.95

C The Civil War: 1861 (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

576344 Souvenir Sheet of 12

$5.88

576346

35.28

Press Sheet with die cuts

D Liberty Bell (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 10/25/08 AT NEW YORK NY 1 DESIGN, GRAVURE (SSP)

619244

Vending Booklet of 20

$9.80

SHOWN AT 175%

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/12/11 AT CHARLESTON SC 2 DESIGNS, OFFSET (APU)

D

This stamp features a computer-generated image of the Liberty Bell by acclaimed artist Tom Engeman of Frederick, Maryland. Over the years, the historic significance of the bell’s message has transcended our national borders, and today the Liberty Bell is an international icon of freedom.

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HOLIDAY FOR E V ER® STA M PS SHOWN AT 115%

C Virgin and Child by Jan Gossaert (First-Class rate Forever ) (Not Shown) ®

SHOWN AT 90%

DATE OF ISSUE: 10/11/13 AT NEW YORK NY, 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (SSP)

688744

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

688746

Press Sheet with die cuts

78.40

688748

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

688716

First Day Cover

.90

688721

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.61

688710

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

10.95

D Hanukkah (First-Class rate Forever ) (Not Shown) ®

A Holy Family SHOWN AT 115%

DATE OF ISSUE: 11/19/13 AT NEW YORK NY, 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

583044

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$9.80

583048

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

583016

First Day Cover

.90

583021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.61

583010

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

10.95

E Gingerbread Houses (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

E Gingerbread Houses

DATE OF ISSUE: 11/6/13 AT NEW YORK NY, 4 DESIGNS, OFFSET (SSP)

�usap.co/gingerbread

G Eid

A Holy Family (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

688940

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

688946

Press Sheet with die cuts

78.40

688948

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

688916

First Day Covers (Set of 4) 3.60

688921

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4) 6.44

688910

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4) 15.95

REISSUED: 10/11/13 AT NEW YORK NY, 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

582044

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$9.80

F Kwanzaa (First-Class rate Forever ) (Not Shown)

582046

Press Sheet with die cuts

98.00

582048

Press Sheet without die cuts

98.00

DATE OF ISSUE: 11/26/13 AT PHILADELPHIA PA 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

582016

First Day Cover

.90

582021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.61

582010

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

10.95

DATE OF ISSUE: 10/10/12 AT WASHINGTON DC, 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (SSP)

679944

Booklet of 20 (2-sided)

$9.80

679948

Press Sheet without die cuts

98.00

®

585044

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$9.80

585048

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

585016

First Day Cover

.90

585021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.61

585010

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

10.95

G Eid (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

679946

Press Sheet without die cuts (mini) 29.40

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/8/13 AT MILWAUKEE WI, 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

679999

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

584044

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$9.80

584048

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

B Poinsettia (First-Class rate Forever ) (Not Shown)

584016

First Day Cover � .90

10.95

®

DATE OF ISSUE: 10/10/13 AT NEW YORK NY, 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (SSP)

584021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover � 1.61

688644

Booklet of 20 (2-sided) $9.80

584010

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

688646

Press Sheet with die cuts

78.40

688648

Press Sheet without die cuts

78.40

10.95

H Santa and Sleigh (First-Class rate Forever ) (Not Shown) ®

688616

First Day Cover

.90

DATE OF ISSUE: 10/13/12 AT NEW YORK NY, 4 DESIGNS, OFFSET (APU)

688621

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.61

679844

Booklet of 20 (2-sided)

$9.80

10.95

679848

Press Sheet without die cuts

98.00

679846

Press Sheet without die cuts (mini)

29.40

679899

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 4)

15.95

688610

Booklet of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

DATE OF ISSUE: 10/10/13 AT NEW YORK NY, 1 DESIGN, GRAVURE (AVR)

586044

ATM Booklet of 18

586016

First Day Cover

.90

586021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.61

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SHOWN AT 70%

SHOWN AT 140%

SHOWN AT 140%

OTHER R ATES

B USS Arizona

A Verrazano-Narrows Bridge

Memorial

A Verrazano-Narrows Bridge $5.60 (Priority Mail ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/4/14 AT BROOKLYN NY 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

116304

Pane of 10 with plate no. *

$56.00

116302

Block of 4 with plate no. *

22.40

116351 Single

5.60

116316

First Day Cover

6.04

116321

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

6.75

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/4/14 AT BROOKLYN NY

211925

Prepaid Flat Rate Envelope (Pack of 25) $140.00

211910

Prepaid Flat Rate Envelope (Pack of 10) 56.00

211905

Prepaid Flat Rate Envelope (Pack of 5) 28.00

211916

First Day Cover

6.04

B USS Arizona Memorial $19.99 (Priority Mail Express ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/13/14 AT HONOLULU HI 1 DESIGN, 9 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

116404

Pane of 10 with plate no. *

$199.90

116402

Block of 4 with plate no. *

79.96

116451 Single

19.99

116416

First Day Cover

20.43

116421

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

SHOWN AT 140%

21.14

C Arlington Green Bridge $5.60 (Priority Mail ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/25/13 AT NORCROSS GA 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, GRAVURE (AVR)

116104

Pane of 10 with plate no. * $56.00

116110

Pane of 10 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

62.95

D Washington and Jackson $5 (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 8/19/94 AT PITTSBURGH PA 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, INTAGLIO (SVS) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

109540 Pane of 20 with plate no. * * Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions.

Available while supplies last.

Images of Verrazano-Narrows Bridge® New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Used with permission.

$100.00

C Arlington Green Bridge

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OTHER R ATES A Global: Sea Surface Temperatures (Global rate Forever ) ®

SHOWN AT 120%

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/22/14 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, 5 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

A Global: Sea Surface Temperatures

116904

Pane of 10 with plate no. & header *

116902

Block of 4

$11.50

116906

Press Sheet with die cuts

57.50

116908

Press Sheet without die cuts

57.50

116916

First Day Cover

1.59

116930

Ceremony Program

6.95

116921

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

116910

Pane of 10 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

116924

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (12” x 14”) 39.95

4.60

2.30 13.95

B Global Forever®: Evergreen Wreath (Global rate Forever ) ®

SHOWN AT 120%

DATE OF ISSUE: 10/24/13 AT NEW YORK NY 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

B Global Forever : Evergreen Wreath ®

587044

Pane of 10 with plate no. & header *

587042

Block of 4

587046

Press Sheet with die cuts

69.00

587048

Press Sheet without die cuts

69.00

587016

First Day Cover

1.54

587030

Ceremony Program

6.95

587021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

587010

Pane of 10 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

$11.50 4.60

2.25 13.95

C $1 Wave

SHOWN AT 180%

DATE OF ISSUE: 12/1/12 AT ORLANDO FL 1 DESIGN, 15 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET-INTAGLIO COMBINATION (APU)

115540

Pane of 10 with plate no. *

115599

Pane of 10 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

$10.00 12.95

D $2 Wave (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 12/1/12 AT ORLANDO FL 1 DESIGN, 12 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET-INTAGLIO COMBINATION (APU)

C $1 Wave �usap.co/waves

115640

Pane of 10 with plate no. *

115699

Pane of 10 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

$20.00 23.95

E $5 Wave (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 12/1/12 AT ORLANDO FL 1 DESIGN, 12 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET-INTAGLIO COMBINATION (SSP)

115740

Pane of 10 with plate no. *

115799

Pane of 10 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

$50.00 56.95

F $10 Wave (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 12/1/12 AT ORLANDO FL 1 DESIGN, 9 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET-INTAGLIO COMBINATION (SSP)

AT USPSSTAMPS.COM “Patterns of sea surface temperatures influence weather around the planet sometimes for months and even years,” scientist Keith Dixon says. Read the rest of the story — and explore the science behind the stamp — at usap.co/sea.

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115840

Pane of 10 with plate no. *

115899

Pane of 10 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

$100.00 111.95


SHOWN AT 100%

OTHER R ATES

One hundred “right-side up” Inverted Jenny sheets were printed, and some have yet to be discovered. Scan now or visit usap.co/misprint and purchase your sheet today. You just might end up with one of the remaining “misprints”!

G Stamp Collecting: Inverted Jenny �usap.co/jenny

G Digital Color Postmark

G Stamp Collecting: Inverted Jenny $2 DATE OF ISSUE: 9/22/13 AT WASHINGTON DC, 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, OFFSET-INTAGLIO (SSP)

580004

Souvenir Sheet of 6

580006

Press Sheet with die cuts

$12.00

580016

First Day Cover � 2.44

580021

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover � 3.15

580010

Souvenir Sheet of 6 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover 15.95

580024

Framed Stamps with First Day of Issue Plaque (11” x 13”) (Shown on page 17.) 39.95

Postmarks are sold as First Day Covers (applied to a stamped #6¾ envelope).

72.00

H Wisdom $1 (Not Shown) REPRINTED: 9/08, 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

189640 Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$20.00

SHOWN AT 170%

J Ralph Ellison 91¢ (3 oz.) DATE OF ISSUE: 2/18/14 AT KANSAS CITY MO, 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, GRAVURE (CCL)

116504

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header *

116503

Block of 10

9.10

116502

Block of 4

3.64

116506

Press Sheet with die cuts

182.00

116508

Press Sheet without die cuts

182.00

116516

First Day Cover

1.35

116521

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

2.06

116510

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. � Going off sale 9/30/14. Visit usap.co/framed to view online.

Photo of Ralph Ellison courtesy of The Gordon Parks Foundation

$18.20

20.95

J Ralph Ellison �usap.co/ellison

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SHOWN AT 145%

OTHER R ATES

SHOWN AT 110%

A Wedding Cake

SHOWN AT 145%

C Great Spangled Fritillary

A Wedding Cake 70¢ (2 oz.)

E George Washington by Gilbert Stuart 20¢

REISSUED: 2/22/14 AT MESA AZ 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

(Not Shown)

587504

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$14.00

587503

Block of 10

7.00

587502

Block of 4

2.80

587516

First Day Cover

1.14

SHOWN AT 150%

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

771840

F Hummingbird 34¢ (Postcard rate)

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

15.95

$4.00

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/11/11 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 32‡, OFFSET (APU)

587510

Full Coil of 100 (only) $20.00

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/7/14 AT KANSAS CITY MO 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

B Yes, I Do 70¢ (2 oz.) (Not Shown)

117204

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

117203

Block of 10

3.40

$14.00

117202

Block of 4

1.36

REISSUED: 3/21/14 AT ST. LOUIS MO 1 DESIGN, 9 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

$6.80

587604

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

587603

Block of 10

7.00

117216

First Day Cover (2 stamps) 1.12

587602

Block of 4

2.80

587616

First Day Cover

117221

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (2 stamps) 1.83

587621

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover 1.85

587610

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

117210

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (2 stamps) 8.95

1.14

15.95

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/7/14 AT KANSAS CITY MO 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (APU)

C Great Spangled Fritillary 70¢ (Surcharge rate)

774604

Full Coil of 100 (only) $34.00

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/10/14 AT KANSAS CITY MO 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, GRAVURE (CCL)

774616

First Day Cover (2 stamps) 1.12

774621

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (2 stamps) 1.83

116604

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header * $14.00

116603

Block of 10

7.00

116602

Block of 4

2.80

116606

Press Sheet with die cuts

140.00

(2nd oz.) (Not Shown)

116608

Press Sheet without die cuts

140.00

116616

First Day Cover

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/12/14 AT SPRINGFIELD IL 1 DESIGN, 3 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, GRAVURE (CCL)

116621

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover 1.85

116610

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

1.14

15.95

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/13/14 AT BRYN MAWR PA 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 2 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

117104

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header * $14.00

117103

Block of 10

117102

Block of 4

117106

Press Sheet with die cuts

112.00 112.00

7.00 2.80

117108

Press Sheet without die cuts

117116

First Day Cover

117121

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover 1.85

117110

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover

F Hummingbird

28

101640

587521 Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover 1.85

D C. Alfred “Chief” Anderson 70¢ (2 oz.)

D C. Alfred “Chief” Anderson

DATE OF ISSUE: 4/11/11 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

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1.14

15.95

G Abraham Lincoln Memorial Statue 21¢ 116804

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

116803

Block of 10

$4.20

116802

Block of 4

116806

Press Sheet with die cuts

116817

First Day Cover (Abraham Lincoln Memorial Statue & Patriotic Star stamps) 1.11

116822

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Abraham Lincoln Memorial Statue & Patriotic Star stamps) 1.82

116810

Pane of 20 & Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Abraham Lincoln Memorial Statue & Patriotic Star stamps) 6.95

2.10 .84 12.60

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/12/14 AT SPRINGFIELD IL 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 20‡, GRAVURE (CCL)

774404

Full Coil of 100 (only) $21.00

774417

First Day Cover (Abraham Lincoln Memorial Statue & Patriotic Star stamps) 1.11

774422

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Abraham Lincoln Memorial Statue & Patriotic Star stamps) 1.82


H American Clock 10¢

M Silver Coffeepot 3¢

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/24/03 AT TUCSON AZ 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/16/07 AT NEW YORK NY 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

$2.00

103340 Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$.60

108040

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

108030

Block of 10

1.00

103330

Block of 10

.30

108020

Block of 4

.40

103320

Block of 4

.12

DATE OF ISSUE: 9/16/05 AT MILWAUKEE WI 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 14‡, GRAVURE (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

REPRINTED: 2/2013, 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

$1,000.00

782940

Full Coil of 10,000

10.00

782905

Strip of 100

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

180530

Block of 10

.50

180520

Block of 4

.20

$1.00

$500.00

REPRINTED: 12/2012 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 14‡, GRAVURE (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

Full Coil of 10,000

708105

Strip of 100

$500.00 5.00

K Chippendale Chair 4¢ DATE OF ISSUE: 3/5/04 AT NEW YORK NY 1 DESIGN, 6 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

110440

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

110430

Block of 10

.40

110420

Block of 4

.16

$.80

DATE OF ISSUE: 7/19/07 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 14‡, GRAVURE (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

785640

Full Coil of 10,000

785615

Strip of 100

782904

Full Coil of 10,000

782915

Strip of 100

$300.00 3.00

N Star 3¢ (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 6/7/02 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, 8 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (BCA)

DATE OF ISSUE: 5/31/02 AT MCLEAN VA 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 14‡, GRAVURE (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

708104

H American Clock

SHOWN AT 140%

REPRINTED: 2007, 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

180540

Full Coil of 10,000

3.00

REPRINTED: 3/2013 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 14‡, GRAVURE (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

J American Toleware 5¢ (Not Shown)

778140

$300.00

$400.00 4.00

REISSUED: 1/2/14 AT KANSAS CITY MO 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 24‡, GRAVURE (APU) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

100340

Pane of 50 with plate no. *

100330

Block of 20

$1.50 .60

100320

Block of 4

.12

O Bobcat 1¢ (Not Shown)

K Chippendale Chair

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/1/12 AT SAN MARCOS TX 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 27‡, OFFSET (APU)

789140

Full Coil of 3,000

789105

Strip of 100

$30.00 1.00

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/9/13 AT MILWAUKEE WI 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

789204

Full Coil of 10,000

789205

Strip of 100

$100.00

789216

First Day Cover (Bobcat & Patriotic Star stamps) � .91

789221

Digital Color Postmark First Day Cover (Bobcat & Patriotic Star stamps) � 1.62

1.00

M Silver Coffeepot

P Tiffany Lamp 1¢

705604

Full Coil of 10,000

705605

Strip of 100

$400.00

705616

First Day Cover (Chippendale Chair & Patriotic Star stamps) .94

4.00

L Navajo Jewelry 2¢ (Not Shown)

SHOWN AT 140%

Full Coil of 10,000 Strip of 100

REISSUED: 3/7/08 AT NEW YORK NY 1 DESIGN, 15 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

184140

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

184130

Block of 10

$.20 .10

184120

Block of 4

.04

SHOWN AT 140%

784304 784305

SHOWN AT 140%

OTHER R ATES

REISSUED: 6/07/08 AT MCLEAN VA 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

REISSUED: 5/12/07 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, 10 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (SSP)

180440 Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$.40

180430

Block of 10

.20

180420

Block of 4

.08

761540

Full Coil of 3,000

761505

Strip of 100

$30.00 1.00

REPRINTED: 10/2011 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

REISSUED: 2/12/11 AT CHARLESTON SC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

786405

788040

Full Coil of 10,000

788005

Strip of 100

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. ‡ This number represents the actual plate number intervals. � Going off sale 9/30/14.

$200.00 2.00

Strip of 100

$1.00

P Tiffany Lamp

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STA M PED CA R DS & EN V ELOPE S A Tree Stamped Card (Postcard Rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/28/14 AT NEW YORK NY, 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (APU)

227904

Single Card

227916

Single Card with cancellation

$.38

233004

Double Reply Card

.76

233016

Double Reply Card with cancellation

.88

.50

B Folk Art Eagle Stamped Envelope (WAG) (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/9/13 AT MILWAUKEE WI, 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (APU) FORMAT

A

Depicting a fanciful tree sitting among tall grass, the Tree Stamped Card captures what we love about these magnificent living things, from the ancient sequoias to the majestic oaks.

PERSONALIZED STAMPED ENVELOPES AND CARDS Mrs. Misty Ros e Rose Florist Com pany 194 Red Road

ith any lly SmComp r . Mo 87 Mrs h Moto reet 2-99 St Smit ater , IL 6270 W 724 ngfield Spri

SINGLE

#10 Regular

$.62 214444

#10 Regular Packet of 5

3.10 214445

#10 Regular with cancellation �

.70 214416

#10 Window

.62 214544

#10 Window Packet of 5

#10 Window with cancellation �

.70 214516

#9 Regular

.62 214644

#9 Regular Packet of 5

#9 Regular with cancellation �

.70 214616

#9 Window

.62 214744

#9 Window Packet of 5

#9 Window with cancellation �

.70 214716

#6¾ Regular

.62 266144

#6¾ Regular Packet of 5

#6¾ Regular with cancellation �

.70 266116

#6¾ Window

.62 266244

#6¾ Window Packet of 5

#6¾ Window with cancellation �

BOX OF 500

$265.40 214448

267.75 214548

3.10 214545 265.40 214648

3.10 214645

3.10

267.75 214748

214745 262.90 266148

3.10 266145 265.25 266248

3.10 266245 .70 266216

C Folk Art Eagle Stamped Envelope (PSA) (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/9/13 AT MILWAUKEE WI, 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (APU)

T he best way to make an impression Whether for business or personal correspondence, the way you send your mail sends a message. Choose the look that creates the impression you want with personalized stamped envelopes and cards from the U.S. Postal Service. Get the convenience of pre-printed postage and the impact of customized stationery!

DISTINCTIVE

FORMAT

SINGLE

#10 Regular

$.62 232144

#10 Regular Packet of 5

3.10 232145

#10 Regular with cancellation �

.70 232116

#10 Window

.62 232244

#10 Window Packet of 5

#10 Window with cancellation �

.70 232216

#9 Regular

.62 232444

CONVENIENT

#9 Regular Packet of 5

#9 Regular with cancellation �

.70 232416

#9 Window

.62 232544

#9 Window Packet of 5

#9 Window with cancellation �

.70 232516

#6¾ Regular

.62

271144

#6¾ Regular Packet of 5

3.10

271145

#6¾ Regular with cancellation �

.70 271116

#6¾ Window

.62

271244

#6¾ Window Packet of 5

3.10

271245

#6¾ Window with cancellation �

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284.20 232248

3.10 232245

» Customized name, address, and messaging » No typing a return address or affixing postage

BOX OF 500

281.85 232448

3.10 232445 284.20 232548

3.10 232545

.70 271216

279.35 271148

281.70 271248


SHOWN AT 150%

STA M PED CA R DS & EN V ELOPE S D Deer Stamped Card (Postcard rate Forever ) (Not Shown) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/8/13 AT MIDDLEBURG VA 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (APU)

225144

Single Card

225244

Double Reply Card

$.38 .76

E Bank Swallow Stamped Envelope (WAG) (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/1/13 AT SACRAMENTO CA 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (APU) SINGLE

#10 Regular

$.62 210944

#10 Regular Packet of 5

3.10 210945

#10 Window

#10 Window Packet of 5

#9 Regular

#9 Regular Packet of 5

#9 Window

#9 Window Packet of 5

#6¾ Regular

#6¾ Regular Packet of 5

#6¾ Window

#6¾ Window Packet of 5

.62 210044

BOX OF 500

$265.40 210948 267.75 210048

3.10 210045 .62

211144

3.10

211145

.62

211244

3.10

211245

.62 265644

BC

With the elegant and bold Folk Art Eagle Stamped Envelope, the U.S. Postal Service continues a proud tradition that began in the late 19th century of depicting eagles on postage.

265.40 211148 267.75 211248 SHOWN AT 150%

FORMAT

262.90 265648

3.10 265645 .62 265744

265.25 265748

3.10 265745

F Bank Swallow Stamped Envelope (PSA) (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/1/13 AT SACRAMENTO CA 1 DESIGN, OFFSET (APU) SINGLE

#10 Regular

$.62 231344

#10 Regular Packet of 5

3.10 231345

#10 Window

#10 Window Packet of 5

#9 Regular

#9 Regular Packet of 5

#9 Window

#9 Window Packet of 5

#6¾ Regular

#6¾ Regular Packet of 5

#6¾ Window

#6¾ Window Packet of 5

.62 231444

BOX OF 500

$281.85 231348 284.20 231448

3.10 231445 .62 231544

EF

The smallest swallow in North America perches on the Bank Swallow Stamped Envelope. The realistic stamp art shows a large illustration of the swallow and a smaller illustration of the bird in flight.

281.85 231548

3.10 231545 .62 231644

284.20 231648

3.10 231645 .62 270744

SHOWN AT 30%

FORMAT

279.35 270748

3.10 270745 .62 270844 3.10 270845

281.70 270848

Joe Smith 555 Little River Street City, State, Zip Code

BANK SWALLOW - SEAL

� Going off sale 9/30/14. NOTE: a 4¢ surcharge has been added to stamped cards effective 1/27/13. NOTE: actual size of stamped cards is 3.5” x 5.5”. NOTE: a 13¢ surcharge has been added to stamped envelopes effective 1/26/14. WAG = Water-activated gummed PSA = Pressure-sensitive adhesive

F Bank Swallow Stamped Envelopes (PSA) with Seals (Set of 10) Each #10 regular envelope in this set of ten features pre-printed Bank Swallow Forever® postage. Just address and mail! Plus, the set includes ten corresponding seals to add a touch of class to all your correspondence. $9.95 // 231334

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SHOWN AT 80%

BUSIN ESS R ATES

D Snowflakes Presorted STD (10¢) DATE OF ISSUE: 10/1/13 AT WESTON MO 5 DESIGNS, PLATE NO. EVERY 30‡, GRAVURE (CCL)

A Ferns

789803

Strip of 25 with plate no. (10K Coil) $2.50

789816

First Day Covers (Set of 5, Snowflake & Patriotic Star stamps) 5.00

SHOWN AT 80%

E Patriotic Banner Presorted STD (10¢) DATE OF ISSUE: 7/4/07 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 10‡, GRAVURE (AVR)

784731

Strip of 25 with plate no. (10K Coil) $2.50

784630

Strip of 25 with plate no. (3K Coil) 2.50

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/24/09 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

787430

D Snowflakes

Strip of 25 with plate no. (500 Coil) $2.50

F Sea Coast Nonprofit (5¢) (Not Shown) REISSUED: 4/6/04 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 27‡, GRAVURE (APU) SHOWN AT 135%

A Ferns 49¢

782730

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/27/14 AT KANSAS CITY MO 5 DESIGNS, PLATE NO. EVERY 30‡, GRAVURE (CCL)

E Patriotic Banner

790804

Full Coil of 10,000

790803

Strip of 25 with plate no.

$4,900.00

790816

First Day Covers (Set of 5) 4.65

790821

Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Set of 5) 8.20

790004

Full Coil of 3,000

790003

Strip of 25 with plate no.

12.25

1,470.00 12.25

SHOWN AT 135%

Strip of 25 with plate no. (10K Coil) $1.25

781830

Strip of 25 with plate no. (500 Coil) 1.25

REPRINTED: 3/04 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 14‡, GRAVURE (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

782031

Strip of 25 with plate no. (10K Coil) $1.25

REISSUED: 6/11/04 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 14‡, GRAVURE (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

(Not Shown)

REISSUED: 9/05/08 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 31‡, OFFSET (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

Strip of 25 with plate no. (3K Coil) $6.25

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/26/03 AT SANTA CLARA CA 10 DESIGNS, PLATE NO. EVERY 20‡, GRAVURE (SSP)

782130

Strip of 25 with plate no. (10K Coil) $6.25

DATE OF ISSUE: 5/12/04 AT WASHINGTON DC 10 DESIGNS, PLATE NO. EVERY 10‡, GRAVURE (SSP) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

782530

701830

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/3/12 AT LIBERTY MO 6 DESIGNS, PLATE NO. EVERY 30‡, GRAVURE (AVR)

788530

Strip of 25 with plate no. (10K Coil) $6.25

788430

Strip of 25 with plate no. (3K Coil) 6.25

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Strip of 25 with plate no. (500 Coil) $1.25

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/11/11 AT CHARLESTON SC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 27‡, OFFSET (APU)

788230

Strip of 25 with plate no. (10K Coil) $1.25

788130

Strip of 25 with plate no. (3K Coil) 1.25

C Spectrum Eagle Presorted First-Class (25¢)

Strip of 25 with plate no. (3K Coil) $1.25

G Art Deco Bird Nonprofit (5¢)

Strip of 25 with plate no. (3K Coil) $6.25

(Not Shown)

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782030

782630

782830

G

DATE OF ISSUE: 3/19/03 AT WASHINGTON DC 1 DESIGN, PLATE NO. EVERY 10‡, GRAVURE (GFD) (WATER-ACTIVATED)

B American Eagle Presorted First-Class (25¢) DATE OF ISSUE: 8/5/05 AT GRAND RAPIDS MI 10 DESIGNS, PLATE NO. EVERY 20‡, GRAVURE (SSP)

Art Deco Bird

Strip of 25 with plate no. (3K Coil) $1.25

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions. ‡ This number represents the actual plate number intervals.

recancelled stamps are noted on this page with their selling price in parentheses. P Ferns is not a precancelled stamp. Precancelled stamps, including First-Class Presort, non-denominated bulk rate, and nonprofit stamps, are used by large-volume mailers who prepare mailings at various presort levels. These stamps may be used to pay regular postage by authorized mailers (see USPS Domestic Mail Manual). Denomination in parentheses denotes selling price for non-denominated stamps. Not valid for foreign postage.


A MER ICA N COMMEMOR ATI V E COLLECTIBLES

F

American Commemorative Collections Binder

D

First Day of Issue Ceremony Programs #20269

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A American Commemorative Collection #20270

E Standing Order Program #20271

» Commemorates important anniversaries, people,

» Customize your collection » Mix and match with specific formats and quantities » Choose from 13 different categories (now includes

places and events » Includes protective acetate mounts, stamps, and 8 ½” x 11” narrative pages » Details on the issue and a brief story about the stamp subject » Only $4.25 per page*

B American Commemorative Panels #20268 » Limited Edition 8 ½” x 11 ¼” » Some include engraved reproductions of artwork » Narratives about each stamp subject » Mint stamps in acetate mounts » Only $7.95** for a one-panel set and $15.95** for a two-panel

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F American Commemorative Collections Binder » Ideal to store and display your American Commemorative

Panels & Cancellations Three-Ring Binder & 20 Pages............................. $24.95 880626 Acetate Pages (Set of 10, 8½” x 11”)..................9.95 880700

G Commemorative Stamp Club Binder (Not Shown)

.set when purchased through subscription

» Ideal for protecting your American Commemorative

C American Commemorative Cancellations #20267

Three-Ring Binder ...........................................................................................$5.50 000996

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Cancellation on an envelope » Only $4.95 each* when purchased through subscription ($6.95 if purchased individually**)

Ask about our automatic credit card charge option. For additional information related to Cancellations and Panels, contact American Society for Philatelic Pages and Panels (ASPPP) P.O. Box 475, Crosby, TX 77532-0475 E-mail: membership@asppp.org or visit asppp.org * When stamp value exceeds this amount, the price will be determined by the actual value of the stamps. Prices subject to change. ** To purchase individual ceremony programs or panel sets, see specific stamp listings.

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COLLECTING ESSENTIA LS A The Postal Service Guide to U.S. Stamps 891300

40th Edition

$29.95

B The 2013 Stamp Yearbook 991300

Stamp Collection (Hardback) $64.95

64 pages, 87 stamps plus mounts

991304

Mail Use Stamp Packet

27.95

42 stamps plus mounts

991306

High Value Stamp Packet

35.95

4 stamps plus mounts

A

991307

Yearbook, Mail Use Stamp Packet & High Value Stamp Packet

128.85

991334

Yearbook, Guide, Mail Use Stamp Packet & High Value Stamp Packet

158.80

C The 2012 Stamp Yearbook (Not Shown) 991200

Stamp Collection (Hardback) $64.95

76 pages, 94 stamps plus mounts

991272 Yearbook (No stamps included) 24.95 Note: Lady Bird Johnson stamps plus mounts are not included.

B

D The 2011 Stamp Yearbook (Not Shown) 991100

Stamp Collection (Hardback) $59.95

72 pages, 75 stamps plus mounts

991104

Mail Use Stamp Packet

22.50

43 stamps plus mounts

991101

Yearbook & Mail Use Packet

77.95

991172 Yearbook (No stamps included) 21.95

E The 2009 Stamp Yearbook (Not Shown) 990900

Stamp Collection (Hardback)

$59.95

64 pages, 61 stamps plus mounts

F 2013 Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers

B

(Not Shown)

991321

A complete set of 136 covers

$249.00

G 2012 Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Not Shown) 991268

Complete set of 101 Covers

$177.80

H 2011 Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers (Not Shown)

991168

Complete set of 97 Covers

$154.31

J America’s Postmarks Binder (Not Shown) 880660

Three-Ring Binder & 20 Pages

$21.95

880681 Pages (Set of 20)

B Get the essential 2013 bundle for the serious collector! Inside the package:

» The Postal Service Guide to U.S. Stamps » The 2013 Stamp Yearbook with 87 collectible stamps » Mail Use stamp packet (42 stamps) » High Value Mail Use stamp packet (4 stamps) » A total of 133 stamps plus mounts

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8.95


COLLECTING ESSENTIA LS VIEW MORE O N L I N E AT U SAP.CO/ PA R K S B O O K !

K The Grandest Things: Our National Parks

in Words, Images, and Stamps 989200

Hardcover Book with 9 Stamps

$49.95

More details available at usap.co/parksbook.

L The Art of Disney Stamps (Not Shown) 571473

Hardcover Book with 21 Stamps

$49.95

M Binder with Slipcase and Pages (All Sold Separately) (Not Shown)

014002

Binder with Slipcase

$42.00

014015 Pages (2 vert. pockets, 1-4⅝” x 10⅛”, 1-2¾” x 10⅛”) 7.95 014016 Pages (3 vertical pockets, 2⅜” x 10⅛”) 7.95 014017 Pages (1 vertical pocket, 7⅞” x 10⅛”) 7.95 014018 Pages (2 horizontal pockets, 5 / ” x 7⅞”) 7.95 1

16

014019 Pages (3 horizontal pockets, 3 / ” x 7⅞”) 7.95 5

16

014020 Pages (4 horizontal pockets, 2½” x 7⅞”) 7.95 014021 Pages (5 horizontal pockets, 1 ⅞” x 7⅞”)

7.95

014022 Pages (6 horizontal pockets, 1 ½” x 7⅞”) 7.95 014023 Pages (4 vertical pockets, 5⅛” x 3⅞”) 7.95 014024 Pages (8 horizontal pockets, 1⅛” x 7⅞”) 7.95 All pages come in sets of five; not included in binder.

K

How did our national parks system begin? And what are some of its most spectacular scenes? The Grandest Things, co-branded with the National Parks Service, answers with 116 pages of stories, images, and stamps. Includes the 1972 Old Faithful, Yellowstone issuance and eight stamps from the Scenic American Landscapes series.

SPECI A L OFFER S FROM ROYA L M A IL

A

Classic Locomotives of Wales Presentation Pack David Gwyn looks at Wales’ steam railways and the impact that steam locomotives had on Welsh history. Includes the Classic Locomotives of Wales Miniature Sheet and archive images.

C

Dr. Who Presentation Pack In this lavishly illustrated presentation pack, Dr. Who expert Gary Russell discusses all 11 incarnations of The Doctor as well as his most formidable foes. Includes all 11 Special Stamps and the Miniature Sheet.

B

#801104 // $8.95

#807004 // $16.95

D

A

Dr. Who Prestige Stamp Booklet (Not Shown) Written by Gary Russell, this booklet takes a look at how the show has progressed through the eleven Doctors with a section about the alien villains.

B Classic Locomotives of the United Kingdom Prestige Booklet This glorious booklet features Special Stamps together with Country Definitives of all four home nations in unique panes you won’t find elsewhere.

#807023 // $24.95

#801123 // $28.95 Note: Royal Mail stamps are not valid for postage within the United States.

C

E

E

Merchant Navy Presentation Pack Full of fascinating facts and archive images for everyone with an interest in Britain’s seafaring heritage, the presentation pack has been written by maritime expert Captain Richard Woodman. #809004 // $14.95

F Merchant Navy Prestige Booklet (Not Shown)

This booklet includes all ten of the issue’s Special Stamps, along with a rare and beautiful ‘Definitive’ stamp pane, and a Merchant Navy insignia at its heart that will be unavailable elsewhere. #809023 // $18.95

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PRESS SHEETS

A must for your collection and your wall

E NJ OY YO U R FAVO R I T E STA M P S as a dramatic sheet of art! Press sheets contain multiple panes of stamps not yet trimmed into individual units, with selvage markings denoting production details. Suitable for framing, these coveted collectibles make a striking exhibit in your home or office, as well as a unique gift.

V I N TA G E C I R C U S P O S T E R S » 23.5” × 18.625” press sheet » Six panes of 16 Forever® stamps positioned three across by two down.

Press Sheet with die cuts // 472106 // $47.04 Press Sheet without die cuts // 472108 // $47.04

G L O B A L : S E A S U R FA C E T E M P E R AT U R E S » 8.5” × 22” press sheet » Five panes of ten Forever® international rate stamps positioned one across by five down.

Press Sheet with die cuts // 116906 // $57.50 Press Sheet without die cuts // 116908 // $57.50

G R E AT S PA N G L E D F R I T I L L A R Y » 28.75” × 14.25” press sheet » Ten panes of 70-cent stamps positioned five across by two down.

Press Sheet with die cuts // 116606 // $140.00 Press Sheet without die cuts // 116608 // $140.00

SONGBIRDS » 25.10” × 6.25” press sheet (2-sided) » Eight booklets of Forever® stamps positioned four across by two down.

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Press Sheet with die cuts // 689306 // $78.40 Press Sheet without die cuts // 689308 // $78.40

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DUCK STA M PS & J U N IOR DUCK STA M PS A Canvasback Duck $15.00 (Water-Activated)

D U C K S TA M P S

NEW DATE OF ISSUE: 6/27/14 AT WASHINGTON DC 20066 1 DESIGN, 3 POSITIONS, PLATE NO. IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

335004

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$300.00

335002

Block of 4 with plate no. *

60.00

335001

Single Stamp

335006

Press Sheet

335104

Single Stamp (Self-Adhesive)

335106

Press Sheet (Self-Adhesive)

541418

Silk Cachet

25.00

541425

Artist Commemorative Card (8”x10”)

50.00

Proceeds from the sale of the Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp (the Federal Duck Stamp) fund the acquisition of wetlands and wildlife habitat for the National Wildlife Refuge System. Since its inception in 1934, the Federal Duck Stamp Program has generated more than $700 million for the preservation of some five million acres of American wetlands.

15.00 1,100.00 15.00

B Common Goldeneye $15.00 (Water-Activated)

SHOWN AT 95%

350.00

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/28/13 AT ASHLAND VA 1 DESIGN, 3 POSITIONS, PLATE NO IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

334804

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$300.00

334802

Block of 4 with plate no. *

60.00

334801

Single Stamp

334806

Press Sheet

334904

Single Stamp (Self-Adhesive)

334906

Press Sheet (Self-Adhesive)

541318

Silk Cachet

25.00

541325

Artist Commemorative Card (8”x10”)

50.00

15.00 1,100.00

A Canvasback Duck

15.00

C Wood Duck $15.00 (Water-Activated) (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 6/29/12 AT HAMPTON VA 1 DESIGN, 3 POSITIONS, PLATE NO IN 4 CORNERS, OFFSET (APU)

334640

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$300.00

334620

Block of 4 with plate no. *

60.00

334610

Single Stamp

334684

Press Sheet

334740

Single Stamp (Self-Adhesive)

334784

Press Sheet (Self-Adhesive)

541262

Silk Cachet

25.00

541292

Artist Commemorative Card (8”x10”)

50.00

SHOWN AT 100%

350.00

15.00 1,100.00 15.00

B Common Goldeneye

350.00

NOTE: Duck Stamps are not valid for postage. They are valid for hunting permits.

J U N I O R D U C K S TA M P S

D King Eider $5.00

Proceeds from the sale of Junior Duck Stamps are used to support a national art and environmental education curriculum for students in grades K-12. The first-place national winning design is selected from the Best in Show designs from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories.

NEW DATE OF ISSUE: 6/27/14 AT WASHINGTON DC 20066

541404

Pane of 30 with plate no.

541402

Block of 4 with plate no.

541401

Single Stamp

$150.00 20.00 5.00

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/28/13 AT ASHLAND VA

541304

Pane of 30 with plate no.

541302

Block of 4 with plate no.

541301

Single Stamp

$150.00 20.00 5.00

SHOWN AT 100%

E Canvasback Duck $5.00 (Water-Activated) (Not Shown)

F Northern Pintail $5.00 (Water-Activated) (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 6/29/12 AT HAMPTON VA

541240

Pane of 30 with plate no.

541220

Block of 4 with plate no.

541210

Single Stamp

$150.00 20.00 5.00

D King Eider

* Please refer to the order form for new information on requesting specific plate positions. NOTE: Jr. Duck Stamps are not valid for postage. They are not valid for hunting permits.

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L AST CH A NCE

A West Virginia Statehood (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

APS

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/20/13 AT CHARLESTON WV

STAMP SHOW

470944

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$9.80

B Lydia Mendoza (First-Class rate Forever ) (Not Shown) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 5/15/13 AT SAN ANTONIO TX

579244

Pane of 16 with selvage

$7.84

C Althea Gibson (First-Class rate Forever ) (Not Shown) ®

2014

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/23/13 AT FLUSHING NY

470844

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header *

$9.80

D Rosa Parks (First-Class rate Forever ) (Not Shown) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 2/4/13 AT DEARBORN MI & DETROIT MI

AUGUST 21-24, 2014

470444

Hosting 150+ dealers, nearly 15,000 pages of exhibits, a public auction, First Day ceremonies, 50 societies, and more!

Pane of 20 with plate no. & selvage*

$9.80

E Emancipation Proclamation (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 1/1/13 AT WASHINGTON DC

470374

Pane of 20 with plate no. & selvage *

$9.80

F Kaleidoscope Flowers 46¢ (Additional postage required) (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 1/14/13 AT KANSAS CITY MO

789404

Full Coil of 10,000

$4,600.00

G Patriotic Star 46¢ (Additional postage required) (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 3/19/13 AT SAN FRANCISCO CA

789704

Full Coil of 10,000

$4,600.00

H Made In America: Building a Nation (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 8/8/13 AT WASHINGTON DC

471544

Pane of 12 with plate no. & random selvage

$5.88

Hudson River School ’s First Day of Issue ceremony

SHOW HOURS: Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

GET SIGNED UP: » 100+ Dealers Buying & Selling » Stamp Exhibits » Meetings & Seminars » Beginners & Youth Programs » Free evaluations at Stamps in your Attic » and MORE!

SHOWN AT 150%

LOCATION: Connecticut Convention Center 100 Columbus Blvd. Hartford, CT 06103

SHOWN AT 150%

will be held at the show on August 21st.

ADMISSION IS FREE!

A West Virginia Statehood

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SHOWN AT 130%

forever

forever forever

forever

forever

forever

forever

forever

forever

forever

forever

forever

SHOWN AT 55%

L AST CH A NCE

SHOWN AT 105%

H Made in America: Building a Nation �usap.co/building

ILE R WH OR DE S L AST ! LIE EMS SUPP CE IT CHAN ED T V S O LA EM BE R A LO G T WILL A C THE . 0/14 FROM R 9/3 AFTE

K Miles Davis and Edith Piaf �usap.co/jazz J Innovative Choreographers (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 7/28/12 AT LOS ANGELES CA

469174

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header *

$9.80

K Miles Davis and Edith Piaf (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/12/12 AT NEW YORK NY

469575

Pane of 20 with plate no. & selvage *

$9.80

L La Poste: Edith Piaf and Miles Davis (Water-Activated) (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 6/12/12 AT PARIS, FRANCE

804040

Pane of 50

NOTE: La Poste stamps are not valid for use as postage within the United States.

* Please refer to the order form for information on requesting specific plate positions.

Name, image and likeness of Miles Davis with permission from Miles Davis Properties, LLC. Edith Piaf Photograph by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images. Miles Davis Photograph © 2011, the estate of David Gahr. All rights reserved.

$49.95

J Innovative Choreographers

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SHOWN AT 160%

L AST CH A NCE

SHOWN AT 40%

A Bicycling

A Bicycling (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 6/7/12 AT MINNEAPOLIS MN V

V

469374

Pane of 20 with plate no. *

$9.80

B Major League Baseball™ All-Stars (First-Class rate Forever ) ®

DATE OF ISSUE: 7/20/12 AT COOPERSTOWN NY

469674

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header *

$9.80

C Major League Baseball™ All-Stars: Joe DiMaggio (First-Class rate Forever®) (Not Shown) DATE OF ISSUE: 7/21/12 AT NEW YORK NY SHOWN AT 95%

577874

Pane of 20 with plate no. & header (only) *

$9.80

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Yes, I Do

Nevada Statehood

Year of the Horse

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Songbirds

Medal of Honor: Korean War

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Wedding Cake

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The Civil War: 1864

Verrazano-Narrows Bridge

Global: Sea Surface Temperatures

Hudson River School

USS Arizona Memorial

Red, White, and Blue

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C. Alfred “Chief” Anderson

Where Dreams Blossom

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Vintage Circus Posters

The War of 1812: Fort McHenry

A Flag for All Seasons

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Great Spangled Fritillary February 10 // Kansas City MO

February 12 // Springfield IL

February 14 // Little Rock AR

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February 22 // Mesa AZ

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March 13 // Honolulu HI

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The fourth in a series, this classic folio provides an elegant way to collect and display The Civil War: 1864 stamps. Details about the stamp designs appear on the left panel, while a windowed right panel allows display of both sides of the souvenir stamp sheet. Housed in the center, a keepsake card presents two official First Day of Issue cancellations with exclusive information about their designs.

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A A sheet of 12 The Civil War: 1864 stamps B Collectible “Behind the Designs� card featuring both color and black pictorial cancellations

C Background information about the stamp and postmark designs

D Protective sleeve with unique die-cut design for easy and attractive storage $16.95 // Item #587327

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