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Apples Stamps

Apples Stamps

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Issue Date: 8/12/2016

In 2016, the U.S. Postal Service issues Apples, a new one-cent definitive stamp.

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  • In 2016, the U.S. Postal Service issues Apples, a new one-cent definitive stamp.

    The stamp design features two apples on a branch surrounded by leaves. The original art for this stamp was illustrated using pen and ink and watercolor.

    Also known as the Newtown pippin, the Albemarle pippin apple has deep historical roots. It first appeared in the late 17th century in an area of Queens, New York, formerly known as Newtown. The word pippin indicates that the trees originated from seedlings rather than from grafting - a technique common in the propagation of apple trees.

    Savored for their crisp flesh and balanced flavor, these medium-sized, reddish-yellow and green apples soon gained popularity throughout colonial America. In 1755, Dr. Thomas Walker introduced them in Virginia when he returned home from the French and Indian War with a pile of cuttings. Grown on Walker's plantation in Albemarle County, the celebrated New York apple received a new name and wider distribution.

    Though harvesting of Albemarle pippins usually takes place in October, they are often considered a late-winter fruit. Unlike many other heirloom apple varieties, these durable apples maintain quality in storage, their initial tartness mellowing over time. By February, the apples still retain their characteristic flavor that makes them difficult to resist. The distinctive aroma and pleasant taste of the Albemarle pippin make it well suited for pie fillings, applesauce, and especially cider.

    Art director Derry Noyes designed this stamp with an existing illustration by John Burgoyne.

    Made in the USA.

  • Issue:Apples Stamp
    Item Number:780000
    Denomination & Type of Issue:1-cent, Mail-Use
    Format:Coil of 10,000, 1 design
    Series:N⁄A
    Issue Date & City:August 12, 2016, Kansas City, MO 64108
    Art Director:Derry Noyes, Washington, DC
    Designer:Derry Noyes, Washington, DC
    Typographer:Derry Noyes, Washington, DC
    Existing Art:John Burgoyne, West Barnstable, MA
    Modeler:Joseph Sheeran
    Manufacturing Process:Offset, Microprint
    Printer:Ashton Potter (USA) Ltd. (APU)
    Printed at:Williamsville, NY
    Press Type:Muller A76
    Stamps per Coil:10000
    Print Quantity:1,000,000,000 stamps
    Paper Type:Nonphosphored Type III
    Adhesive Type:Pressure-sensitive
    Processed at:Ashton Potter (USA) Ltd. (APU)
    Colors:Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, PMS 7571C Brown, PMS Warm Grey #4
    Stamp Orientation:Vertical
    Image Area (w x h):0.73 x 0.84 in.⁄18.54 x 21.34 mm
    Stamp Size (w x h):0.87 x 0.98 in.⁄22.10 x 24.89 mm
    Plate Size:594 stamps per revolution
    Plate Numbers:“P” followed by six (6) single digits
    Coil Number Frequency:Plate numbers every 27th stamp below stamp image

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