Catch the Wave

The Postal Service has issued a $2 Patriotic Wave stamp for customers who send packages, oversized envelopes and other large mailings.

The stamp, which was dedicated  Jan. 30 in Norcross, GA, features red and blue intersecting lines on a white background. The abstract pattern is reminiscent of billowing flags.

A $1 Patriotic Wave stamp was issued Jan. 12.

The Patriotic Wave stamps can be purchased online and at Post Offices nationwide.