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37c Snowy Egret single

Object Details

Description
The 37-cent Snowy Egret definitive stamp was issued four times between the years 2003 and 2005. The stamp was designed by Carl T. Herrman, Carlsbad, California, and features artist Nancy Stahl's rendering of a snowy egret, which is considered one of the most beautiful American birds. The stamp art, based on photographs, depicts the head and upper body of a snowy egret against a blue background.
The snowy egret (Egretta thula) is a slender, white heron with black legs and bright yellow feet. This bird lives in marshes, swamps, and other wetlands. When flying or searching for food, it can curve its long neck into a compact "S" shape.
Reference:
Postal Bulletin (December 25, 2003).
Postal Bulletin (August 18, 2003).
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Data Source
National Postal Museum
Printer
Ashton-Potter USA (Ltd)
Date
January 30, 2004
Credit line
Copyright United States Postal Service. All rights reserved.
Medium
paper; ink (multicolor); self-adhesive
Dimensions
Height x Width: 1 × 15/16 in. (2.54 × 2.38 cm)
Type
Postage Stamps
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