US #2540
1991 Eagle

Shows USPS sponsorship of 1992 Olympics
Priority Mail stamp

Category of Stamp: Definitive
Value: $2.90, Priority Mail rate
First Day of Issue: July 7, 1991
First Day City: San Diego, California
Quantity Issued: 40,000,000
Printed by: American Bank Note Company
Printing Method: Lithographed, engraved
Format: Panes of 20 from plates of 120 subjects (12 across, 10 down)
Perforations: 11

Reason the stamp was issued: This Priority Mail stamp was issued to cover the rate that had taken effect on February 3, 1991. It covered mail weighing up to two pounds.

About the stamp design: A stock photo of a bald eagle was supplied by Allstock Inc. for use on this stamp.

First Day City: The First Day of Issue ceremony for this stamp took place in San Diego, California. Former Olympic swimmer and world record holder Shirley Babashoff was the main speaker.