1971 8c Antarctic Treaty
# 1431 PB - 1971 8c Antarctic Treaty
$2.10
U.S. #1431
8¢ Antarctic Treaty
Issue Date: June 23, 1971
City: Washington, DC
Quantity: 138,700,000
Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Printing Method: Giori Press
Perforations: 11
Color: Red and dark blue
This stamp was issued on the ten-year anniversary of the signing of the Antarctic Treaty - an agreement among twelve nations meant to foster scientific cooperation in the Antarctic region. It was hoped that this cooperation would lead to more peaceful uses of the Antarctic and its resources. The stamp design is adapted from an emblem used on official Consultative Meetings documents.
Antarctic Treaty
Following the 1950 International Council of Scientific Unions meeting, several scientists proposed an International Geophysical Year for 1957-58. It was predicted there would be exceptional solar activity during that time, allowing for some research that could not otherwise be conducted.
U.S. #1431
8¢ Antarctic Treaty
Issue Date: June 23, 1971
City: Washington, DC
Quantity: 138,700,000
Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Printing Method: Giori Press
Perforations: 11
Color: Red and dark blue
This stamp was issued on the ten-year anniversary of the signing of the Antarctic Treaty - an agreement among twelve nations meant to foster scientific cooperation in the Antarctic region. It was hoped that this cooperation would lead to more peaceful uses of the Antarctic and its resources. The stamp design is adapted from an emblem used on official Consultative Meetings documents.
Antarctic Treaty
Following the 1950 International Council of Scientific Unions meeting, several scientists proposed an International Geophysical Year for 1957-58. It was predicted there would be exceptional solar activity during that time, allowing for some research that could not otherwise be conducted.