2020 First-Class Forever Stamp,Holiday Delights: Christmas Tree
# 5527 - 2020 First-Class Forever Stamp - Holiday Delights: Christmas Tree
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US #5527
2020 Tree – Holiday Delights
Contemporary Christmas Series
• One of four stamps celebrating the holiday season with traditional symbols and colors
Stamp Category: Definitive
Set: Holiday Delights
Series: Contemporary Christmas
Value: 55¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: September 24, 2020
First Day City: Frankenmuth, Michigan
Quantity Issued: 450,000,000
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Double-sided booklet of 20
Tagging: Phosphor Tagged Paper, Block Tagged
Why the stamp was issued: To give holiday mail an added festive touch.
About the stamp design: Illustration by Kirsten Ulve inspired by vintage ornaments and Scandinavian folk art.
First Day City: First Day of Issue Cancellation from Frankenmuth, Michigan, home to Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland, known as the “World’s Largest Christmas Store.”
About the Holiday Delights set: Four stamps to make sending holiday mail more fun. Designs picture traditional holiday symbols: ornament, tree, stocking, and reindeer.
About the Contemporary Christmas series: The US issued its first Christmas stamp (picturing a wreath and candles) on November 1, 1962, and it was wildly popular. The Post Office printed 350 million stamps, the largest print run for a special stamp up to that time, but still the stamps quickly sold out. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing produced more to satisfy demand and the total number issued was over 860 million by the end of the year.
In 1966, the Post Office started issuing traditional themed Christmas stamps picturing the Madonna and Child and other religious icons. In 1969, they switched back to non-religious Christmas designs with a stamp picturing the painting Winter Sunday in Norway, Maine.
Finally, in 1970, the Post Office decided to permanently split Christmas stamps into two categories to satisfy everyone: Traditional and Contemporary. They issued a block of four stamps picturing Christmas toys along with a stamp picturing a classic painting of the Nativity. The decision to do both proved popular, and the Post Office has continued to issue stamps in both categories ever since.
History the stamp represents: Picking out a Christmas tree is one of the best ways to get into the holiday spirit. However, many people have become concerned with the environmental impact of their choices.
When artificial Christmas trees first came into popularity, it was thought they were the better option for the environment. (People would not be cutting down a real tree each year if they have an artificial one.). As time went on, however, it became apparent that many families only keep artificial trees for a few years. Sometimes, a pre-lit tree’s lights stop working. Other times it is because the tree is too big or difficult to store. In the long run, an artificial tree is only a better choice if it is kept for 10 years or more.
Normally, it is discouraged to cut down trees. Their stored carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. Also, many trees are not replaced with new saplings. In the case of Christmas tree farms, many trees are cut, but many more are planted each year to replace them.
There are plenty of choices when it comes to finding a beautiful Christmas tree that is environmentally friendly. You can choose a real tree, artificial tree, or even one made out of driftwood or sculpted metal. No matter what, you can give your home an extra dose of holiday spirit while still helping the planet.
US #5527
2020 Tree – Holiday Delights
Contemporary Christmas Series
• One of four stamps celebrating the holiday season with traditional symbols and colors
Stamp Category: Definitive
Set: Holiday Delights
Series: Contemporary Christmas
Value: 55¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: September 24, 2020
First Day City: Frankenmuth, Michigan
Quantity Issued: 450,000,000
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Double-sided booklet of 20
Tagging: Phosphor Tagged Paper, Block Tagged
Why the stamp was issued: To give holiday mail an added festive touch.
About the stamp design: Illustration by Kirsten Ulve inspired by vintage ornaments and Scandinavian folk art.
First Day City: First Day of Issue Cancellation from Frankenmuth, Michigan, home to Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland, known as the “World’s Largest Christmas Store.”
About the Holiday Delights set: Four stamps to make sending holiday mail more fun. Designs picture traditional holiday symbols: ornament, tree, stocking, and reindeer.
About the Contemporary Christmas series: The US issued its first Christmas stamp (picturing a wreath and candles) on November 1, 1962, and it was wildly popular. The Post Office printed 350 million stamps, the largest print run for a special stamp up to that time, but still the stamps quickly sold out. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing produced more to satisfy demand and the total number issued was over 860 million by the end of the year.
In 1966, the Post Office started issuing traditional themed Christmas stamps picturing the Madonna and Child and other religious icons. In 1969, they switched back to non-religious Christmas designs with a stamp picturing the painting Winter Sunday in Norway, Maine.
Finally, in 1970, the Post Office decided to permanently split Christmas stamps into two categories to satisfy everyone: Traditional and Contemporary. They issued a block of four stamps picturing Christmas toys along with a stamp picturing a classic painting of the Nativity. The decision to do both proved popular, and the Post Office has continued to issue stamps in both categories ever since.
History the stamp represents: Picking out a Christmas tree is one of the best ways to get into the holiday spirit. However, many people have become concerned with the environmental impact of their choices.
When artificial Christmas trees first came into popularity, it was thought they were the better option for the environment. (People would not be cutting down a real tree each year if they have an artificial one.). As time went on, however, it became apparent that many families only keep artificial trees for a few years. Sometimes, a pre-lit tree’s lights stop working. Other times it is because the tree is too big or difficult to store. In the long run, an artificial tree is only a better choice if it is kept for 10 years or more.
Normally, it is discouraged to cut down trees. Their stored carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. Also, many trees are not replaced with new saplings. In the case of Christmas tree farms, many trees are cut, but many more are planted each year to replace them.
There are plenty of choices when it comes to finding a beautiful Christmas tree that is environmentally friendly. You can choose a real tree, artificial tree, or even one made out of driftwood or sculpted metal. No matter what, you can give your home an extra dose of holiday spirit while still helping the planet.