This specific denomination of postage paid for lightweight correspondence sent via airmail within the United States. An example would be a letter weighing less than one ounce dispatched by air within the... Read more »
The lowest denomination of postage issued by the U.S. Postal Service has historically been the one-cent stamp. Often showcasing prominent figures or emblematic imagery, these small adhesives played a significant role in... Read more »
A one-and-a-half cent Martha Washington stamp refers to a United States postage stamp issued in 1956 featuring Martha Washington. The unusual denomination reflects a period of postal rate adjustments. These stamps were... Read more »
The first postage stamp issued by the United States government in 1847 depicted Benjamin Franklin and cost one cent. Numerous varieties exist, distinguishable by shades of ink, grill patterns, and perforation types.... Read more »
This specific postage stamp, released in 1962, commemorated the United States’ first human spaceflight program. Depicting the Mercury-Atlas 6 spacecraft, it symbolized a pivotal moment in the nation’s pursuit of space exploration.... Read more »
A United States postage stamp issued in various designs featuring the first president, with a face value of two cents and printed predominantly in red, represents a specific category within philately. These... Read more »
A postage stamp of this denomination represents a specific prepayment for postal services. For example, a small adhesive label affixed to an envelope or package would authorize the postal service to transport... Read more »
The United States Postal Service issued a postage stamp honoring suffragist and social reformer Susan B. Anthony in 1979. This stamp, with a face value of three cents, featured a portrait of... Read more »
A semipostal stamp, denominated at eight cents and dedicated to supporting wildlife conservation efforts, represents a crucial funding mechanism for protecting natural habitats and animal populations. These stamps, often featuring depictions of... Read more »
The value of a postage stamp depicting George Washington and issued with a face value of three cents is dependent on several factors. These include the stamp’s condition (mint or used), its... Read more »