Commemorate the 250th anniversary of a significant turning point in the lead-up to the American Revolution with this new First Continental Congress, 1774 press sheet without die cuts.
The stamp features 12 white stars that represent the number of Colonies present at the First Continental Congress. It also includes the words “12 COLONIES UNITE IN PROTEST” followed by a plea taken from a petition sent by the Congress to King George III on October 25, 1774: “We ask but for Peace, Liberty and Safety.”
The press sheet contains 6 panes of First Continental Congress, 1774 Forever® stamps positioned 2 across by 3 down.
*The stamps on these sheets do not contain perforations for mail use.
Stamp Issuance:
September 5, 2024
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Made in the USA.