2019 First-Class Forever Stamp,Sesame Street: Big Bird

# 5394a - 2019 First-Class Forever Stamp - Sesame Street: Big Bird

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US #5394a
2019 Big Bird – Sesame Street

  • Pictures Big Bird
  • One of 16 stamps issued to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Sesame Street


Stamp Category: 
Commemorative
Set:  Sesame Street
Value:  55¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue:  June 22, 2019
First Day City:  Detroit, Michigan
Quantity Issued:  62,000,000
Printed by:  Ashton Potter (USA) Ltd.
Printing Method:  Offset
Format:  Panes of 16
Tagging:  Nonphosphored type III, block tag

Why the stamp was issued:  To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the beloved children’s television program, Sesame Street.

About the stamp designs:  Designed by art director Derry Noyes using an existing photograph of Big Bird.

First Day City:  The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held in Lafayette Park in Detroit, Michigan, as part of the “Sesame Street Road Trip,” a celebration event held in 10 cities across the US.

About the Sesame Street set:  In 2019, Sesame Street – everyone’s favorite educational and playful children’s television show – celebrated its 50th anniversary.  To commemorate the occasion, the USPS issued 16 new Forever stamps picturing different characters from the show:  Big Bird, Ernie, Bert, Cookie Monster, Rosita, The Count, Oscar the Grouch, Abby Cadabby, Herry Monster, Julia, Guy Smiley, Snuffleupagus, Elmo, Telly, Grover, and Zoe.  The back of the pane of 16 pictures the official Sesame Street 50th anniversary artwork.

History the stamp represents:  Standing at 8’2” tall, Big Bird is a compassionate 6 ½-year-old yellow bird on the TV series Sesame Street.  He enjoys helping others in his community, including his best friend Snuffy.  Reflective, thoughtful, and sensitive to the feelings of others, he displays a childlike innocence and great empathy for everyone on Sesame Street.

When Big Bird asks questions about things he does not understand, he makes children feel comfortable asking questions, too.  His inquisitive nature helps those around him to learn everything from numbers and letters to life lessons.

One of the hardest lessons Big Bird has helped children understand is the passing of a loved one.  On Thanksgiving day 1983, children all over the country watched as Big Bird learned the death of his beloved friend, Mr. Hooper.  He asked questions of his adult friends, experiencing confusion, anger, and grief when he finally realized his friend was gone forever.

Big Bird understands what it means to be a good friend.  His favorite activities include dancing, reading, and collecting various things.  This “first grader” also enjoys roller-blading and watching sports.  He is proud of his neighborhood, and he especially loves being tall.  It helps him see the world from a different point of view!

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US #5394a
2019 Big Bird – Sesame Street

  • Pictures Big Bird
  • One of 16 stamps issued to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Sesame Street


Stamp Category: 
Commemorative
Set:  Sesame Street
Value:  55¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue:  June 22, 2019
First Day City:  Detroit, Michigan
Quantity Issued:  62,000,000
Printed by:  Ashton Potter (USA) Ltd.
Printing Method:  Offset
Format:  Panes of 16
Tagging:  Nonphosphored type III, block tag

Why the stamp was issued:  To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the beloved children’s television program, Sesame Street.

About the stamp designs:  Designed by art director Derry Noyes using an existing photograph of Big Bird.

First Day City:  The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held in Lafayette Park in Detroit, Michigan, as part of the “Sesame Street Road Trip,” a celebration event held in 10 cities across the US.

About the Sesame Street set:  In 2019, Sesame Street – everyone’s favorite educational and playful children’s television show – celebrated its 50th anniversary.  To commemorate the occasion, the USPS issued 16 new Forever stamps picturing different characters from the show:  Big Bird, Ernie, Bert, Cookie Monster, Rosita, The Count, Oscar the Grouch, Abby Cadabby, Herry Monster, Julia, Guy Smiley, Snuffleupagus, Elmo, Telly, Grover, and Zoe.  The back of the pane of 16 pictures the official Sesame Street 50th anniversary artwork.

History the stamp represents:  Standing at 8’2” tall, Big Bird is a compassionate 6 ½-year-old yellow bird on the TV series Sesame Street.  He enjoys helping others in his community, including his best friend Snuffy.  Reflective, thoughtful, and sensitive to the feelings of others, he displays a childlike innocence and great empathy for everyone on Sesame Street.

When Big Bird asks questions about things he does not understand, he makes children feel comfortable asking questions, too.  His inquisitive nature helps those around him to learn everything from numbers and letters to life lessons.

One of the hardest lessons Big Bird has helped children understand is the passing of a loved one.  On Thanksgiving day 1983, children all over the country watched as Big Bird learned the death of his beloved friend, Mr. Hooper.  He asked questions of his adult friends, experiencing confusion, anger, and grief when he finally realized his friend was gone forever.

Big Bird understands what it means to be a good friend.  His favorite activities include dancing, reading, and collecting various things.  This “first grader” also enjoys roller-blading and watching sports.  He is proud of his neighborhood, and he especially loves being tall.  It helps him see the world from a different point of view!