February 24th, 2023

Digest: New US Stamps 2023. Part 1

Digest: New US Stamps 2023. Part 1

In this digest, we represent the new US stamps issued by the USPS in 2023. Some of them are already available for purchase. Moreover, they may become a great addition to a collection because of their interesting design and story behind them.

1. The Year of the Rabbit stamp

The Year of the Rabbit US stamp 2023

A new stamp, displaying a three-dimensional rabbit mask has been issued by the USPS. It has bright and vibrant colors that look really fascinating. The stamp belongs to the series of 12 other stamps issued as a commemoration of the New Lunar Year of Rabbit.

2. Love stamps

Love US stamps 2023

In 1970, the US Post office released the Love stamp series. In 2023, the USPS honors the 50th anniversary with two stamps. Their designs have a cheerful kitty, or a jubilant puppy. Initially, they were pictures painted on the wooden panels with oil.

Later on, they were digitized, edited, and refined. Creators: Chris Buzelli and Ethel Kessler.

3. Great Smoky Mountains (Priority Mail Express) stamp

Great Smoky Mountains US stamp 2023

The stamp was issued by the Priority Mail Express and belongs to a special series. It was created to honor wonderful Smoky Mountains scenery. On the stamp's face, there's a splendid mountains image and a black-billed magpie. Design: Dan Cosgrove.

4. U.S. Flag stamp

U.S. Flag stamp 2023

Every year, the USPS issues stamps with the US flag, celebrating the birthday of the nation. This time it's already the 247th variation of the US flag stamp. On its face, there's a full-color rendering with the stars and stripes depicted in vibrant hues of red, white, blue.

In 2023, some US stamps will also include "Freedom" and "Forever USA". The US flag stamp may be very popular with collectors. For some of them, it'll be like a symbol of patriotism.

5. Ernest J. Gaines stamp

Ernest J. Gaines US stamp 2023

Ernest J. Gaines is considered to be a great US novelist of the 20th century. He wrote about the hardships of African Americans in the 1950s. On the stamp of 2023, his portrait is set on a splendid landscape of sugar cane fields.

This stamp commemorates the 90th anniversary of his birthdate.

6. $10 Floral Geometry stamp

$10 Floral Geometry US stamp 2023

This stamp commemorates the centennial anniversary of the original one, issued in 1923. It has a vibrant design of an intricate five-petal flower with geometric patterns inside its petals. Its background has a bright brown-orange color.

The stamp design got the inspiration from the Hopi and Navajo tribes folk patterns used in their traditional wear.

7. "Piñata!" stamps

Piñata! US stamps 2023

The new Piñata stamp series is a celebration of Mexican culture and the joy of childhood. It displays a colorful paper-maché piñata, hung from a rope and surrounded by festive decorations.

The piñata is filled with candy and small toys, just waiting to be enjoyed by friends and family. The stamp series was designed to commemorate a beloved tradition, and to encourage people to celebrate their heritage. It will also serve as a reminder to appreciate the joys of childhood, and to take the time to make memories with our loved ones.

The Piñata! stamp series will be a fantastic addition to any collection, and a reminder of the importance of celebrating the things that make us unique.

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