USPS FDC #1818 1981 18¢ Eagle B Rate Change Stamp Barlen

U.S. #1819

1981 18¢ Eagle

B Rate Change Booklet Stamps

 

Issue Date: March 15, 1981

City: San Francisco, California

Quantity: unknown

Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Printing Method: Engraved

Perforations: 10

Color: Violet

 

The Postal Service really kept its patrons on their toes in 1981 with two postal increases – one in March and another in November. Printed shortly after the 1978 rate change, the “B” stamps were put in storage until they were needed in 1981. The same stylized eagle used on the “A” stamp was also used for this stamp. The only difference between the two stamps was the background color – instead of orange, a rich purple was chosen. This issue was printed in sheets (perforated 11x10 1/2), booklets (perforated 10), and coils. On March 22, 1981, the rate officially changed from 15¢ to 18¢.

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If you buy more than one item from us, depending on size and weight you may qualify for a combined shipping discount. If your items qualifies for combined shipping we will repackage your items refunding the savings at the time of shipping. 

When purchasing postage stamps there are three categories of shipping we use that have tracking numbers;

• eBay 6x9 paper envelope for up to 3 oz     Generally 4 to 5 days transit time. Tracking information not always dependable 
• Standard 1st Class Mail for up to 15 oz      Arrives within  2 to 3 days.
• Priority Mail for above 15 oz                       Arrives within  2 to 3 days 

Please note that chipboard stiffeners are used in every envelope shipment which adds to the overall weight.