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2012 “Holy Family” Forever Stamps 100pcs
$39.99
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Denomination: Forever (45¢ at the time of issue)
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Format: Double-sided booklet of 20 stamps
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Stamp Size: 0.91 x 1.19 inches (23.11 x 30.22 mm)
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Colors Used: PMS 8520 (Gold), Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black
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Quantity Issued: 400 million stamps
The 2012 “Holy Family” Forever Stamp (Scott #4711) was issued by the United States Postal Service (USPS) on October 10, 2012, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. This commemorative stamp was part of the USPS’s annual Christmas series, celebrating the Nativity story.
🌟 Design and Symbolism
The stamp features an evocative illustration depicting Joseph leading a donkey carrying Mary and the infant Jesus, guided by a radiant star in the twilight of a desert landscape. This scene symbolizes the Holy Family’s flight into Egypt, a narrative from the Gospel of Matthew, reflecting themes of protection, faith, and divine guidance.
The artwork was a collaborative effort:
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Art Director: William J. Gicker
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Designer: Greg Breeding
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Illustrator: Nancy Stahl
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