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A commemorative stamp is issued to commemorate a special event or historic milestone. The US issues such items to mark anniversaries, such as statehood, founding of organizations, and other culturally significant items. They are usually available for a short period of time, typically several months and are printed in limited quantities.
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∙ 11y agoAbout commemorative postmark definitions , various philatelic dictionary claims the same , but the effect can be summarized as follows: " postal department to commemorate a major festivals , major events or stamp issue with a commemorative engraving text or pattern the postmark. limited datestamped postage certificate, have the the postage datestamped function.
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How can you purchase a commemorative stamp from 1996?
Contact any stamp seller on ebay.
What is the dimension of a big commemorative stamp?
about 2 inches
What was the year terry fox's picture was first put on the Canadian stamp?
1982 commemorative stamp
When was the commemorative stamp of Malcolm X made?
January 1999
What does Clara Barton stamp look like?
Clara Barton has a U.S. commemorative stamp. It was issued on 1948
What year did the US Postal service issue a commemorative stamp?
In 2001, the USPS issued its only Thanksgiving stamp.
What is the value of 1907 commemorative Founding of Jamestown series 2 cent stamp?
Scott 329 was an early commemorative picturing the landing at Jamestown. This 2 cent stamp was issued in 1907. It can be purchased in mint condition for $47.50 and used for $3.75.
What does Clara Barton look like?
Clara Barton has a U.S. commemorative stamp. It was issued on 1948
Is the Declaration of Arbroath 1320 stamp rare?
No, this is a British Commemorative that was issued in fairly large quantities.
Can you still get the Juliette Gordon Low postage stamp?
It may be possible to get the US Juliette Gordon Low stamp from a stamp collector, but it is not available for sale as a regular postage stamp. The 3-cent commemorative stamp honoring Juliette Gordon Low was issued in 1948.
What US First Lady is depicted on the commemorative postage stamp issued in October 1963?
Eleanore Roosevelt
Do commemorative stamp yearbooks include stamps?
The ones purchased from the US Postal Service include the stamps.
