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1987 - American Commemoratives - Drafting the US Constitution
1987 - American Commemoratives - Drafting the US Constitution
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1987 United States Postal Service (USPS) souvenir page titled "American Commemoratives: The Drafting of the U.S. Constitution" (No. 292 in a series).
Historical Overview
This collectible commemorative page was officially issued on August 28, 1987, in Washington, D.C., to honor the 200th anniversary (Bicentennial) of the drafting of the United States Constitution.
Key Visual and Textual Elements
- The Stamps: A vertical strip of five 22-cent stamps featuring the preamble of the U.S. Constitution ("We the people..."), designed by renowned graphic designer Bradbury Thompson.
- Historical Figures: An illustration at the bottom right depicts Gouverneur Morris, the Pennsylvania statesman who physically penned the final polished draft and preamble of the Constitution.
- Historical Artwork: A left-side engraving displays an early American printing press alongside a classic allegorical figure of liberty.
- Thomas Jefferson Quote: The main text includes a famous quote from Thomas Jefferson reflecting on the historic document: "...is unquestionably the wisest ever yet presented to men."
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