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In the middle of the 19th century, rates stabilized at one price regardless of distance. Rates were relatively unchanged until 1968 when the price was increased every few years by a small amount. Comparing the increases with a price index, the cost of a first-class stamp has been steady.
Where for a century-and-a-half or so, stamps were almost invariably denominated with their values (5 cent, 10 cent, etc.) the United States post office now sells non-denominated "forever" stamps for use on first-class and international mail.
Scott Publishing Co also produces a related volume which more comprehensively lists all United States Postage Stamps and Postal History. It is generally known as the Scott Specialized and is regarded by many as the definitive single volume reference to USA postage stamps.
Here are the first-class mail price increases, effective Sunday, according to the Postal Service website: One-ounce letter (domestic): 58 cents to 60 cents. Single-piece letter (extra...
Presidents of the United States have frequently appeared on U.S. postage stamps since the mid-19th century. The United States Post Office Department released its first two postage stamps in 1847, featuring George Washington on one, and Benjamin Franklin on the other.
In July 2022, the price of a Forever stamp was raised to 60 cents, and on Jan. 22, 2023, it was raised to 63 cents . As the U.S. Postal Service continues to find its way out of a $1 billion...