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USA 1961 Essays

bulletProduced by the USPS, these photographic essays are included with News Releases for the forthcoming issues.
bulletPrepared from furnished artwork, these represent the only form of "Essay" available for modern US issues.
bulletCareful examination will often disclose subtle differences from the stamp, although no such difference is apparent for this issue.