Jack-o'-Lantern
USPS 2016 Jack-o'-Lanterns Forever® Stamps – Set of 5 Booklets (100 Stamps)
Celebrate the enchanting traditions, festive excitement, and nostalgic charm of Halloween with the USPS 2016 Jack-o'-Lanterns Forever® Stamps Set of 5 Booklets, totaling 100 stamps. Officially issued by the United States Postal Service on September 29, 2016, in Anoka, Minnesota, a community widely celebrated as the "Halloween Capital of the World," this delightful commemorative release honors one of autumn's most recognizable and beloved seasonal traditions. For generations, carved pumpkins illuminated by flickering candlelight have symbolized the creativity, imagination, and playful mystery associated with Halloween celebrations. From decorating front porches and welcoming trick-or-treaters to gathering with family and friends for pumpkin-carving traditions, jack-o'-lanterns remain an enduring part of American autumn culture. Featuring four expressive pumpkin designs, this memorable USPS issue captures the warmth, excitement, and whimsical spirit of Halloween through beautifully illuminated seasonal imagery. Its festive presentation celebrates the traditions that make Halloween a cherished occasion for collectors and enthusiasts of all ages.
This set includes five complete booklets of 20 Forever® stamps each, for a total of 100 stamps, featuring four distinctive jack-o'-lantern designs per booklet. Each stamp showcases a carefully carved pumpkin displaying its own unique facial expression and playful personality, illuminated from within to create a warm, glowing appearance against a dramatic black background. The rich orange tones, expressive carved features, and striking contrast between light and darkness beautifully capture the atmosphere of Halloween night. Created under the artistic direction of USPS art director Derry Noyes, the stamps feature exceptional photography by Beth Kwiatek, whose detailed images emphasize the craftsmanship, texture, and imaginative character of each pumpkin. The carefully composed photographs transform familiar Halloween decorations into captivating miniature works of seasonal art, combining festive tradition with refined photographic presentation. Together, the four coordinated designs create a memorable celebration of autumn creativity, Halloween nostalgia, and the enduring appeal of handcrafted jack-o'-lanterns.
An exceptional addition to any distinguished stamp collection, the 2016 Jack-o'-Lanterns Forever® Stamps Set of 5 Booklets brings together Halloween traditions, autumn nostalgia, seasonal photography, and American postal heritage in one remarkable collectible offering. Whether preserved as part of a Halloween or seasonal stamp collection, displayed for its glowing pumpkin imagery, or treasured by collectors of holiday memorabilia, autumn decorations, festive artwork, and philately, this five-booklet set of 100 USPS Forever® stamps offers a timeless celebration of the creativity, imagination, and cherished traditions associated with Halloween. A delightful tribute to one of America's most recognizable seasonal symbols, this official USPS release represents a distinctive addition to collections honoring holiday celebrations, traditional craftsmanship, and the magical atmosphere of autumn.
What's Included
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Quantity: 5 Complete Booklets
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Stamps Per Booklet: 20
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Total Stamps: 100
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Issue Year: 2016
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Stamp Type: USPS First-Class Mail Forever®
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Design: Jack-o'-Lanterns – 4 Unique Halloween Pumpkin Designs Per Booklet
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Featured Theme: Halloween and Autumn Traditions
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Photography: Beth Kwiatek
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Art Director: Derry Noyes
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Original Issue Date: September 29, 2016
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Original Issue Location: Anoka, Minnesota
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