2012 US Flag Stamps – The U.S. Postal Service continues its tradition of honoring the Stars and Stripes with the issuance of Four Flags 45-cent First-Class Forever stamps on June 1 at the National Philatelic Exhibitions (NAPEX) stamp show. This quartet of stamps features a bright U.S. flag against a white background. A single word appears on each of the four stamps in large letters: Freedom, Liberty, Equality, and Justice. The black typeface recalls the look of Colonial-era printing. “The Four Flags Forever stamps were originally issued on February 22 in booklets of 20 and coils of 100 and quickly became some of our best-selling stamps,” said U.S. Postal Service Stamp Services Manager Stephen Kearney, referring more than 800 million sold to-date of 3.7 billion printed. “We created this new format as a customer convenience for those who want to carry 10 stamps in their wallet or purse. The beauty of Forever stamps is that they are always good for mailing a one-ounce First-Class letter anytime in the future, regardless of price changes. The flag illustration by the late Arnold Holeywell is based on a photograph taken by art director Howard Paine of Delaplane, VA, who also served as the typographer for the stamp. Shipping:Free standard shipping with delivery typically within 3-8 business days. Order now to honor America's values and share patriotic pride with every letter you send!
