{"product_id":"frozen-treats","title":"Frozen Treats","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSPS 2018 Frozen Treats Forever® Stamps – Set of 5 Booklets (100 Stamps)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelebrate the sweetness, vibrant colors, and carefree spirit of summertime with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSPS 2018 Frozen Treats Forever® Stamps Set of 5 Booklets, totaling 100 stamps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Officially issued by the United States Postal Service on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune 20, 2018, in Austin, Texas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this delightful commemorative release captures the nostalgic joy of frozen summertime treats while marking an innovative milestone in American postal history. Recognized as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efirst USPS stamp issue to feature a scratch-and-sniff coating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this distinctive release introduced an interactive sensory experience to traditional postage stamps, allowing collectors and mail recipients to enjoy a sweet, frozen-treat-inspired fragrance. Featuring colorful illustrations of whimsical ice pops in a variety of imaginative shapes, patterns, and designs, this memorable USPS issue celebrates childhood nostalgia, seasonal traditions, and the simple pleasures of summer. Its cheerful presentation and unusual scented feature make it a particularly interesting addition to the history of American stamp design and printing innovation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis set includes five complete double-sided booklets of 20 Forever® stamps each, for a total of 100 stamps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring 10 unique frozen-treat designs per booklet, with each design appearing twice. Created from original watercolor illustrations by talented artist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMargaret Berg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the stamps showcase a delightful assortment of colorful frozen pops decorated with playful patterns, vibrant colors, and imaginative details. Each stamp design features two different frozen treats, creating a lively collection that captures the refreshing appeal of summertime desserts. USPS art director \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntonio Alcalá\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, working in collaboration with designer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeslie Badani\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, developed the distinctive visual presentation, combining expressive watercolor artistry with contemporary graphic design. The addition of the innovative scratch-and-sniff coating originally provided a sweet sensory element that distinguished this release from conventional postage stamps. Together, the charming illustrations, colorful arrangements, and creative printing technique make this issue a memorable example of artistic innovation in modern American philately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional addition to any distinguished stamp collection, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2018 Frozen Treats Forever® Stamps Set of 5 Booklets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together nostalgic summertime imagery, whimsical watercolor artistry, innovative stamp production, and American postal heritage in one delightful collectible offering. Whether preserved as part of a food and lifestyle collection, admired for its playful frozen-treat illustrations, or treasured by collectors of unusual USPS stamp issues, artistic postage, and philatelic innovations, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efive-booklet set of 100 USPS Forever® stamps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers a colorful celebration of summer and creativity. A charming reminder of warm-weather memories and the imaginative possibilities of postage stamp design, this official USPS release represents a distinctive addition to collections honoring seasonal traditions, American popular culture, and the evolution of modern stamp production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Collector's Note – Scratch-and-Sniff Fragrance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These stamps were originally issued in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a special scratch-and-sniff coating designed to release a sweet frozen-treat fragrance. However, due to the age of these booklets and the natural fading of scented coatings over time, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe original fragrance has significantly diminished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Some stamps may retain only a very faint scent, while others may have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elittle to no detectable fragrance remaining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe strength of any remaining scent varies between booklets and individual stamps. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scratch-and-sniff feature is not guaranteed to produce a noticeable fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These booklets are offered primarily for their collectible appeal, original USPS artwork, historical significance, and distinctive place in American postal history rather than their remaining scent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 Complete Double-Sided Booklets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStamps Per Booklet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Stamps:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIssue Year:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStamp Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e USPS First-Class Mail Forever®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Frozen Treats – 10 Unique Designs Per Booklet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Feature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Scratch-and-Sniff Coating (Fragrance Faded or No Longer Detectable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtwork:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Margaret Berg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArt Director:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antonio Alcalá\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leslie Badani\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Issue Date:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e June 20, 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Issue Location:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Austin, Texas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shine Vaults","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48406764880066,"sku":"D4","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/4449\/2226\/files\/57_79669ef9-3ce2-4003-886d-523297bfef57.jpg?v=1783889769","url":"https:\/\/shinevaults.com\/products\/frozen-treats","provider":"Shine Vaults","version":"1.0","type":"link"}