‘Pillars of Creation’ and ‘Cosmic Cliffs’ stamps now available for purchase

  • US Priority Mail stamps now feature James Webb Space Telescope images
  • ‘Pillars of Creation’ and ‘Cosmic Cliffs’ stamps available in panes of four
  • Stamps showcase Webb’s infrared view of the Eagle Nebula and the edge of the Carina Nebula
  • Stamps can be purchased for $39.40 and $121.80 respectively
  • First-day covers and postmarks available for collectors

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has released new Priority Mail stamps featuring images from the James Webb Space Telescope. The stamps, titled ‘Pillars of Creation’ and ‘Cosmic Cliffs’, showcase Webb’s infrared view of the Eagle Nebula and the edge of the Carina Nebula. They are available for purchase in panes of four stamps each, priced at $39.40 and $121.80 respectively. Collectors can also obtain first-day covers and postmarks. This marks the second time that the USPS has highlighted the James Webb Space Telescope on postage.

Public Companies: United States Postal Service (USPS), NASA (null)
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Key People: James Webb (Space Telescope)


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