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1966 - "The Annunciation" by Jan van Eyck - 6 Cent Stamp

1966 - "The Annunciation" by Jan van Eyck - 6 Cent Stamp

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Vintage US Christmas postage stamps, specifically the 6-cent "Christmas" stamp issued in 1966. 
  • Design:
    The stamp features "The Annunciation" by Jan van Eyck, a detail from a painting housed at the National Gallery of Art. 
  • Denomination:
    The 6-cent denomination was common for first-class mail at the time of its issue. 
  • Purpose:
    These stamps were intended for use on holiday mail, encouraging early mailing with the "MAIL EARLY" inscription visible on the selvage. 
  • Collectibility:
    As vintage Christmas stamps, they are often sought after by philatelists and collectors of holiday memorabilia.
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