Frogs
USPS 2019 Frogs Forever® Stamps – Set of 5 Booklets (100 Stamps)
Celebrate the extraordinary diversity, fascinating characteristics, and ecological importance of North America's native amphibians with the USPS 2019 Frogs Forever® Stamps Set of 5 Booklets, totaling 100 stamps. Officially issued by the United States Postal Service on July 9, 2019, in Boise, Idaho, during a dedication ceremony at the Morrison Knudsen Nature Center, this distinguished wildlife release honors four remarkable frog species found throughout North America. Featuring the Pacific tree frog, northern leopard frog, American green tree frog, and squirrel tree frog, this memorable collection showcases the remarkable variety of colors, markings, and physical characteristics that distinguish these fascinating amphibians. Frogs play an essential role in maintaining balanced ecosystems, serving as both predators of insects and important food sources for birds, reptiles, and other wildlife. Their sensitivity to environmental changes also makes them valuable indicators of ecosystem health, highlighting the importance of protecting wetlands, forests, freshwater habitats, and other natural environments. From the vibrant green coloring of tree frogs to the distinctive spotted patterns of leopard frogs, these remarkable creatures represent the extraordinary beauty and biological diversity found throughout America's natural landscapes. Through its colorful wildlife illustrations and thoughtful presentation, this official USPS release celebrates the fascinating world of amphibians while recognizing their important place in North American ecosystems.
This set includes five complete booklets of 20 Forever® stamps each, for a total of 100 stamps, featuring four distinctive frog designs per booklet, with each design appearing five times. Beautifully illustrated by acclaimed artist Nancy Stahl under the artistic direction of USPS art director William J. Gicker, the stamps showcase vibrant original digital illustrations that capture the recognizable features, distinctive markings, and natural beauty of four North American frog species. The Pacific tree frog is represented with its characteristic facial markings and compact appearance, while the northern leopard frog displays the distinctive dark spots that give the species its familiar name. The American green tree frog contributes its elegant green coloring and recognizable slender form, while the squirrel tree frog completes the collection with its charming appearance and distinctive amphibian characteristics. Each illustration emphasizes the individual beauty of its featured species through carefully rendered details, expressive natural forms, and a harmonious palette of greens, earthy browns, and other colors associated with amphibian habitats. Stahl's artistic approach combines scientific appreciation with decorative elegance, transforming familiar wildlife subjects into captivating miniature works of digital art. Together, the four designs create a beautifully coordinated collection that celebrates the diversity of North America's frogs while reflecting the longstanding USPS tradition of honoring the nation's wildlife through exceptional postage stamp design.
An exceptional addition to any distinguished stamp collection, the 2019 Frogs Forever® Stamps Set of 5 Booklets brings together North American amphibian wildlife, environmental appreciation, digital illustration, and American postal heritage in one remarkable collectible offering. Whether preserved as part of a wildlife or nature-themed collection, displayed for its colorful amphibian illustrations, or treasured by frog enthusiasts, conservation supporters, wildlife art admirers, educators, and philatelists alike, this five-booklet set of 100 USPS Forever® stamps offers a timeless celebration of the beauty and ecological importance of America's native frogs. Its official USPS issue, four distinctive amphibian designs, and connection to the 2019 dedication ceremony at the Morrison Knudsen Nature Center make it a meaningful addition to collections honoring natural history, biodiversity, and the artistic representation of wildlife. A distinguished tribute to the remarkable creatures that inhabit North America's wetlands, forests, and freshwater environments, this official USPS release preserves the charm, diversity, and enduring wonder of amphibian wildlife through the artistry of American philately.
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: 2019
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Stamp Type: USPS First-Class Mail Forever®
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Design: Frogs – North American Amphibian Wildlife
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Unique Designs Per Booklet: 4
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Stamps Per Design Per Booklet: 5
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Total Stamps Per Design Across Set: 25
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Featured Frog Species:
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Pacific Tree Frog
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Northern Leopard Frog
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American Green Tree Frog
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Squirrel Tree Frog
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Featured Theme: North American Frogs, Amphibians, Wildlife, and Biodiversity
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Artwork Style: Original Digital Wildlife Illustrations
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Artist: Nancy Stahl
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Art Director: William J. Gicker
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Original Issue Date: July 9, 2019
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Original Issue Location: Boise, Idaho
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Dedication Venue: Morrison Knudsen Nature Center
Disclosures
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Postal Use & Collector Value Notice
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Product Presentation Notice
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Stamp Information & Authenticity
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Trademark & Intellectual Property Notice
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Website Content & Information Notice

Packaging & Fulfillment Notice

Postal Use & Collector Value Notice

Product Presentation Notice

Stamp Information & Authenticity

Trademark & Intellectual Property Notice
