5-cent United States postage stamps issued in 1963, commemorating the centennial of City Mail Delivery (1863-1963).
Design:
The stamp features a nostalgic drawing by Norman Rockwell depicting an 1860s letter carrier delivering mail in the rain, holding an umbrella, with a young boy and dog following him.
Historical Significance:
This stamp, U.S. #1238, commemorates the establishment of free city mail delivery, a service conceived by Joseph William Briggs and implemented by Postmaster General Montgomery Blair in 1863.
Purpose:
The service aimed to make mail delivery more convenient for city residents.
Collectibility:
These stamps are known as the "City Mail Delivery Centennial" stamps and are a popular item among philanthropist.
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