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There have been over 4,500 insect stamps issued throughout the world. These stamps show over 1,800 types of insects and are collectible.
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O f the 26 orders of insects how many have appeared on postage stamps?
Probably all of them -- insects have been a popular subject on the stamps of many nations. There have been several books on the subject. One that might be available through Interlibrary Loan (although not very up-to-date) is: Insects and other invertebrates of the world on stamps / / American Topical Association. Biology Unit. -- Milwaukee, WI: American Topical Association, 1979.
How many US presidents have been on postage stamps?
2
Can I add postage and remail a letter turned for postage?
Yes as long as the other stamps have not been cancelled
When did the postal service first offer forever stamps to save on future postage increases?
Forever Stamps have been around since April of 2007. They can be used regardless of the postage rate at the time.
Can you pay for goods using postage stamps?
Yes, postage stamps require that you pay for them. That is how the postal service gets its revenue so that it can do business. Postage goes up when the cost to deliver exceeds the cost taken in.
How much was postage stamps in 1982?
The cost for the first ounce of postage in 1982 was 20 cents. It had been at that rate sinceNovember 1, 1981.
What type of paper is used for postage stamps?
Just about every type of paper available has been used to print postage stamps. In some cases, the specific type makes a big difference in the printing process as well as the value.
If I use two of 37 cent stamps on one envelope will it still get delivered?
Yes it will be delivered. That would be enough postage for two ounces at today's rates. US Postage stamps haven't been devalued in over 100 years.
What is on the backs of postage stamps?
The adhesives on the backs of stamps have been made of many different substances over the years: gum arabic, gelatin, dextrin, polyvinyl alcohol to name a few. Most postage stamps are now self-adhesive, although the type that needs to be moistened still appears. Used postage stamps have been used on occasion to attempt to extract DNA samples of the sender, so DNA is a possible answer to the question as well.
Where might one find the cost for stamps?
The cost of postage stamps have been carefully regulated for hundreds of years. The official US Postal Service website presents stamps in hundreds of styles and denominations.
Have you considered buying personalized stamps?
You can go online and purchase customized stamps from a company called Zazzle. They have many different ways to personalize your stamps and offer decent prices. If they do not have what you are looking for you could try Vista Print as well.
Has Barack Obama been on a us postage stamp?
No, and he will not be for many years. There is a rule that US presidents cannot appear on stamps until they are deceased. So, while he is alive, Mr. Obama will not be on a US postage stamp. He has, however, been on stamps from several foreign countries: for example, the Caribbean country of St. Vincent and the Grenadines honored his election in 2008 with a postage stamp.
