United States Commemoratives Collection, 1980-1989

Name: United States Commemoratives Collection, 1980-1989
Brand: United States

United States · 1989 · Various

This is a comprehensive collection of 319 different US commemorative stamps issued throughout the 1980s. The set covers a wide array of subjects celebrated during the decade, including notable American figures, historical events, cultural milestones, and natural wonders. It represents the complete output of commemorative postage from the US Postal Service for this ten-year period.

The 1980s in the United States were a period of economic change and cultural dynamism, marked by the end of the Cold War and advancements in technology, themes often reflected in the decade's stamp designs.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

collection commemorative us-history culture famous-americans wildlife space-exploration

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$60

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$50

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$40

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.