US 5136 Eastern Tailed-Blue Butterfly NMS sheet (20 stamps) MNH 2016

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

5136

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Stamp Format

Full Sheet

Item Description

Detailed Description
It is a stock image only. If you want to see the picture of the actual stamp(s), please check with me before you bid or place the order.

0in;background: white">The Eastern
Tailed-Blue Butterfly stamp
graces the series as the sixth non-machineable butterfly stamp for use on
irregularly sized envelopes, such as square greeting cards, invitations, or
announcements.

The stamp art was created on a computer, using images of preserved butterflies
as a starting point. The result is a highly stylized, simplified image of an
Eastern tailed-blue rather than an exact replica.

The Eastern tailed-blue butterfly (Cupido
comyntas is named for its
iridescent blue color of the upper wing surface, more vivid in the male, and
for the short, thread-like tail on each hind wing. Females are often slate
grey, sometimes with vivid blue close to the body. Each year sees two or more
generations, the latter being less colorful. This 2016 stamp depicts a first
generation male, which displays the species brightest coloration.

Common east of the Rocky Mountains and in parts of the West, the
Eastern tailed-blue butterfly's range also extends into Mexico, Central
America, and southern Canada. This inch-wide butterfly thrives in sunny spots
where vegetation is low to the ground, including meadows, forest clearings,
vacant lots, and mown roadside grasses.

The square format of the stamp was developed in partnership with the greeting
card industry specifically for oversized or square envelopes. These envelopes
cannot pass through the automated Postal processing system and have to be
hand-cancelled. They are charged a non-machineable surcharge even if they weigh
less than one ounce. Greeting card envelopes printed with a silhouette of a
butterfly indicate the need for additional postage or the use of a butterfly
stamp. Any non-machineable envelope, like oddly-shaped or vertical envelopes,
as well as lumpy envelopes, rigid envelopes, or mail with clasps, ribbons, or
buttons, may use this stamp.

Eastern Tailed-Blue is available in sheets of twenty. The words NON-MACHINEABLE
SURCHARGE on the stamp indicate its usage value. Like a Forever® stamp, this
stamp will always be valid for the rate printed on it.

Nationally known artist Tom Engeman created the stamp art. Art director Derry
Noyes designed the stamp.

Abbreviations
Bwp
Black & White Pictorial Postmark

Cds
Circular Date Stamp Postmark

Dcp
Digital Color Pictorial Postmark

FDC
First Day Cover

Horz
horizontal

Imperf
imperforated

MNH
Mint Never Hinged

Ndc
No Die Cut

Nms
Non Machineable Surcharge

Pnc
Plate Number Coil

Vert
Vertical

Wag
Water Activated Gum

Multiple Variations
If you see a OR sign in the picture, this means there are multiple variations available for this item. The item consists of ONLY ONE of the variations as shown in the picture, not all variations. I will send out any one based on availability. If you want to specify any particular variation, please check with me before you bid the item or place the order.

Pre-Order Item
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Large/Special Order
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Shipping & Handling Time
Most of the items (except Pre-order items and FDC) will be sent out WITHIN 1 BUSINESS DAY after you pay the invoice. Please review the positive feedback from the buyers. The actual delivery time varies due to the destination.

Shipping & Handling Fee
I am trying to offer the lowest shipping fee if possible. The item will be sent out via USPS standard mail (or first class mail) with NO TRACKING NUMBER. I will take a picture of the package as proof of delivery. The shipping fee is listed as below -

* First item (USA) - BETWEEN USD $1.26 AND USD $2.95, DEPENDS ON THE SIZE
* First Item (International) - BETWEEN USD $2.04 AND USD $8.51, DEPENDS ON THE DESTINATION
* Each eligible additional item (USA / International) - FREE (SEE COMBINED SHIPPING DISCOUNT), INDEPENDENT OF SIZE AND DESTINATION

Combined Shipping Discount
The combined shipping discount can be applied only on the items showing up in the same invoice. The shipping fee of each eligible additional item is free. If you have any question, please check with me before you pay. I will always get back to you within 12 hours.

Important tips to save shipping fee -

If you are purchasing multiple stamps through "Buy it now" option, please make sure all the items are in the basket before any payment. Please review the invoice carefully to ensure all the items are listed there so that Hip System can apply the combined shipping discount properly.

Otherwise, Hip / PayPal will charge the FULL shipping fee for each item and they withhold the transaction fee & commission based on FULL shipping payment. There is no easy way to refund the difference unless we cancel all the transactions one by one.

If you have any question, please check with me before any payment.

Package Loss Responsibilities
In order to provide the lowest shipping fee, I am sending all items by USPS standard mail without tracking number. I cannot hold responsible if the packet is lost due to postage. If you need extra shipping protection, please consider the following options and let me know before you pay -

* Domestic Shipping Tracking Number - an extra of USD $3.00 PER INVOICE
* International Registered mail with signature - between USD $17.60 and USD $20.00, please check with me before you pay.

Us Stamps Plate Number
The actual plate number of the US Stamps may vary unless it is specified in the Item description / title. If you need the exact plate number shown in the picture, please check with me before you place the order.

Us Stamp Sheets Plate Position
The actual plate position of the US Stamp Sheets may vary unless it is specified in the Item description / title. If you need the exact plate position shown in the picture, please check with me before you place the order.

Seller Information

Seller

msfong (28720)

Registered Since

04/25/2013

Feedback

99.9%

Store

Fongan

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Item Location

California, United States

Ships To

Worldwide

Returns Accepted

Yes

Returns Policy

Money Back - Returns Accepted within 30 Days (Buyer pays Shipping Cost)