Water Conservation Commemorative Stamp

United States · 1960 · 4 cents

This stamp features a two-panel design promoting water conservation. The left panel depicts an autumn leaf with a water droplet creating ripples, while the right panel illustrates a serene landscape with a lake, hills, and a dam, symbolizing responsible water management.

Issued during a period of growing environmental awareness in the United States, this stamp highlighted the critical need for conserving natural resources, particularly water, for future generations and economic development. It was part of a broader national effort to promote responsible resource management.