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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 …

The USPS Celebrate the Century stamp sheets hold a special place in philatelic history. Here is a brief listing of their unique features:Commemoration of 20th Century Events:The Celebrate the Century series comprises ten sheets, each representing a different decade of the 20th century, from the 1900s to the 1990s.These stamps feature images recalling various important events that shaped American history during those decades.Each sheet contains fifteen stamps embedded within it.Design and Format: …

Yes, stamps can evoke feeling of nostalgia, fond memories, recollections of historic events, and even horror, but in an age when many suffer from the blues contemplating worldwide conflicts, criminal activities, and even political nastiness, looking at stamps that bring a smile to your face is invaluable.Comic strip classics, famous comedians, clowns, and even fictional comic characters on stamps can brighten any day!  Of special note are the Great Britain smiler sheets issued for the Stamp …