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Whether featured as an Olympic Sport, X-Treme Sport, or as winter activity, snowboards have appeared on numerous US stamps.  Snowboarding: A Brief OverviewSnowboarding is a thrilling winter sport that combines elements of skiing, surfing, and skateboarding. Unlike skiing, where riders face forward and use poles, snowboarders stand sideways on a single board, gliding down snow-covered slopes. The sport emphasizes freedom, creativity, and a deep connection with nature. Here are some key …

The Kansas-Nebraska Overprinted stamps of 1929 have an interesting backstory.Reason for Creation:A series of post office robberies in the Midwest prompted the creation of these overprinted stamps.The United States Post Office Department believed that overprinting stamps with the abbreviated names of individual states would deter thieves. They thought that stolen overprinted state stamps would be difficult to sell outside their respective states.Kansas and Nebraska were chosen as the initial stat …

Last week's solar eclipse over a large portion of North America, aroused the curiosity of not just amateur astronomers, but stamp collectors who have stamps with images of solar eclipses, sun worshippers, and even artistic depictions of Sun Gods.  The Study of the Sun: A Brief HistoryAncient Observations:Babylonians recorded solar eclipses on stone tablets, demonstrating early interest in celestial events.Chinese astronomers noticed sunspots several thousand years ago, as mentioned in …

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has commemorated the fascinating world of sharks through a series of Sharks Forever stamps. These stamps feature five iconic shark species that inhabit American waters: the mako, thresher, great white, hammerhead, and whale sharks.Mako Shark:The mako shark (Isurus spp.) is a swift and agile predator found in warm and temperate oceans worldwide. It’s known for its streamlined body, pointed snout, and striking blue coloration. Makos are excellent swimmers an …

The original Inverted Jenny stamp, issued in 1918, was meant to depict a Curtiss JN-4H biplane used for airmail delivery. However, due to a printing error, one sheet of 100 stamps showed the biplane upside down. This mistake led to the creation of one of the most sought-after philatelic treasures in U.S. history. 2013, the USPS reprinted this error in a souvenir sheet containing six $2 stamps.  The updated souvenir sheet features six Inverted Jenny stamps, surrounded by an illustration …