2019 First Moon Landing Stamps
2019 Moon – First Moon Landing
• Pictures astronaut the Moon and Apollo 11 landing site in the Sea of Tranquility
• One of two stamps issued in honor of the 50th anniversary of the First Moon Landing – the first US stamps printed on chrome paper
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Set: First Moon Landing
Value: First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: July 19, 2019
First Day City: Cape Canaveral, Florida
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Panes of 24
Tagging: Phosphor Tagged Overall
Why the stamp was issued: To celebrate the astronauts who made history in 1969 during the First Moon Landing.
About the stamp design: Pictures a photograph of the Moon taken in 2010 by Gregory H. Revera. A dot has been added to indicate the landing site of the lunar module in the Sea of Tranquility.
First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
About the First Moon Landing set: In 2019, the USPS issued two stamps in honor of the 50th anniversary of the First Moon Landing on July 20, 1969. One stamp pictures astronaut Buzz Aldrin on the Moon’s surface (taken by Neil Armstrong) and a view of the Moon with the Apollo 11 landing site in the Sea of Tranquility. Many other countries around the world also issued stamps for the 50th anniversary in 2019.
History the stamp represents: Neil Armstrong made history when he stepped out onto the Moon’s surface on July 21, 1969. Joined shortly after by Buzz Aldrin, the astronauts had several tasks to carry out in the little over two hours they had on the Moon’s surface.
One of the Apollo 11 crew’s primary tasks was collecting soil and rock samples. In all, they collected about 50 pounds of rocks and 13 pounds of soil. Upon returning the rocks to Earth, it was discovered that they had found three new minerals, one of which was named after the three Apollo 11 astronauts (Armalcolite).
Armstrong and Aldrin then positioned a device to measure the contents of the solar wind that blew across the Moon. They also set up equipment to reflect laser beams from Earth, to help determine the exact distance between the Earth and the Moon. Finally, they placed a passive seismometer to measure moonquakes and meteor crashes. The most challenging of their tasks was planting the flag, because of the hard rock surface.
While Armstrong and Aldrin carried out their tasks, Michael Collins orbited the Moon. He performed maintenance work and prepared for their return. They were reunited on July 21 and splashed down in the Pacific on July 24. Upon their return, President Nixon greeted them, saying “As a result of what you’ve done, the work has never been closer together before.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How it works?
A Forever® stamp is for sending domestic mail weighing up to 1 oz via First-Class Mail®.
Purpose: Send letters and cards up to 1 oz (approximately 4 sheets of regular, 8-1/2" x 11" paper in a rectangular envelope)
within the U.S., including U.S. territories and military bases overseas.
Value: Always valid for the First-Class Mail 1 oz rate, even if postage rates increase. Visit First-Class Mail and Postage to view
current rates.
Other Uses: Pair this stamp’s value with other postage to meet mailing costs when additional postage is required.
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Why is "FOREVER" crossed out in the image?
So the lines in your picture:
- It does not mean that the stamp has expired;
- It does not mean that you cannot continue to use it;
- Nor a postmark;
- It's just an artificial anti-copying line added to the display image.
Note: If the physical stamp you receive actually has this crossed line printed on it, be cautious. It may be a display sample, a replica or a fake stamp, rather than a normal usable stamp.
What are the common types of stamps, and how do they differ?
- Forever Stamp: Valid for standard domestic letters within the U.S. These stamps typically do not bear a fixed face value; they remain valid for mailing a standard one-ounce letter at the current rate, even if postage prices increase in the future.
- Global Forever Stamp: Primarily used for standard international letters or postcards sent from the U.S. to other countries. The main difference between this and a standard Forever Stamp lies in its scope of use and postage value.
- Postcard Stamp: Designed specifically for domestic postcards that meet USPS size standards; the postage rate is typically lower than that for standard letters.
- Additional Ounce Stamp: Used to cover the cost of weight exceeding the first ounce; these are usually used in conjunction with a Forever Stamp or other stamps.
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- Fixed-Value Stamps: These stamps display a specific monetary value (e.g., 1¢, 5¢, or other amounts) and are primarily used to make up postage differences or in combination with other stamps.
- Commemorative and Thematic Stamps: Typically issued to mark historical events, cultural or artistic themes, holidays, notable figures, animals, or natural landscapes. While suitable for regular mail, these stamps are also popular among collectors due to their unique designs and limited release periods.
It is important to note that a stamp's theme and its postage class can overlap; for example, a holiday-themed stamp might also be a Forever Stamp. When purchasing, check for markings such as FOREVER, GLOBAL, POSTCARD, ADDITIONAL OUNCE, or a specific face value to confirm the stamp's intended use.
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