The U.S. Flag stamp features a digital illustration of a flag with crisp folds and a shadow to suggest a sense of depth.
The Postal Service dedicated its latest U.S. Flag stamp last week in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
South Florida District Acting Manager Timothy Costello, who led the dedication ceremony, noted flag stamps are a longtime USPS tradition.
“Since 1957, the Postal Service has produced colorful stamps that celebrate the American flag in all of its beautiful red, white and blue glory,” Costello said. “Through this stamp, the Postal Service reminds us all of the importance of showing our patriotism and pride all year round.”
The ceremony was held Feb. 9 at an American Stamp Dealers Association show. Dana Guyer, the association’s executive director, served as master of ceremonies.
The stamp features a digital illustration of a flag with crisp folds and a contemporary look. A shadow on a small, visible portion of the flag’s back suggests a sense of depth. Kit Hinrichs, a San Francisco artist, created the image.
The U.S. flag first appeared on a postage stamp in 1869, but it wasn’t until 1957 that stamps began featuring full-color images of the flag.
The U.S. Flag stamp is available in booklets of 20 and coils of 100. The Postal Service’s news releasehas more information.
Richard Asper, chairman of Honor Flight South Florida, a group that helps veterans visit memorials to their service in Washington, DC, receives framed U.S. Flag stamp artwork from South Florida District Acting Manager Timothy Costello before the Feb. 9 dedication ceremony.
Costello addresses the audience at the ceremony.
Fort Lauderdale, FL, Customer Relations Coordinator Kelly Worthman, Oakland Park, FL, Retail Associate Robin Bryant and South Florida District Retail Specialist Fred Romero prepare to greet customers at the ceremony, which was held at an American Stamp Dealers Association show.
Bryant, seated, assists customers, including Hollywood Stamp Club Vice President Jacqueline Cortes, second from right, and Miami Postmaster Enrique “Rick” Suarez, far right.
Hialeah, FL, Customer Services Supervisor Tayloria McPhee-Johnson, who performed the national anthem at the ceremony, autographs a program after the event.
Participants at the ceremony gather near the U.S. Flag stamp image. From left are Hollywood Stamp Club President Parker Bailey, American Stamp Dealers Association Executive Director Dana Guyer, Costello, Asper and McPhee-Johnson.
