{"product_id":"forever-stamps-2023-u-s-flag-coil-modern-patriotic-symbol-first-class-postage","title":"Forever Stamps 2023 U.S. Flag – Modern Patriotic Symbol, First-Class Postage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Day of Issue:  \u003c\/strong\u003eApril 10, 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Day City:  \u003c\/strong\u003eFreedom, Maine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinted by:  \u003c\/strong\u003eAshton Potter (USA) Ltd.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Method:  \u003c\/strong\u003eOffset, Microprint (“USPS” below lower left corner of flag field)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:  \u003c\/strong\u003eDouble-sided Booklet of 20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-petut-79elbk h-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-petut-1n7m0yu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col pb-9 text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-115\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem] group final-completion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-full flex-col lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)] agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"b49edb8c-7f22-4e99-9e0e-a0119a77d3fb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuing Tradition: Stamp Purpose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American flag stamp, a nearly annual tradition, features the iconic flag on postage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign Excellence: A Graphic Tribute\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by artist Hong Li, the stamp showcases a graphic interpretation of Old Glory. Below the flag, the word “FREEDOM” stands out in an elegant gray font.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymbolic First Day: Freedom, Maine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile no official First Day of Issue Ceremony took place, all 2023 US Flag stamps were released in Freedom, Maine, on April 10th.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical Significance: The Half-Mast Protocol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA crucial moment in the history of flying the American flag at half-mast occurred on March 1, 1954, when President Dwight D. Eisenhower proclaimed the first official policy. This practice aimed to pay respect to the memory of principal officials, former officials of the US government, and Governors of the States, Territories, and possessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn contemporary times, the tradition extends to various solemn occasions. In 2020, President Donald Trump ordered the flag to fly at half-mast to honor American citizens who lost their lives to COVID-19. The President’s message conveyed solidarity, stating, “Our Nation mourns for every life lost to the coronavirus pandemic, and we share in the suffering of all those who endured pain and illness from the outbreak.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegardless of the reason, the sight of the US flag at half-mast serves as a powerful reminder that, in unity, we stand together as fellow Americans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"100 Stamps (5 Books)","offer_id":53438802329965,"sku":"2023GQ-C-5","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300 Stamps (15 Books)","offer_id":53438802362733,"sku":"2023GQ-C-15","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"500 Stamps (25 Books)","offer_id":53438802395501,"sku":"2023GQ-C-25","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1000 Stamps (50 Books)","offer_id":53438802428269,"sku":"2023GQ-C-50","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5000 Stamps (250 Books)","offer_id":53438802461037,"sku":"2023GQ-C-250","price":699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/4610\/0333\/files\/us-flag-2023-forever-stamps-main-scaled-1-1-800x600_ae45d395-5e9b-400d-ba0a-1b8006cadf55.webp?v=1781276135","url":"https:\/\/relievemart.com\/products\/forever-stamps-2023-u-s-flag-coil-modern-patriotic-symbol-first-class-postage","provider":"Relieve Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}