Vintage U.S. #1331-32 5¢ Accomplishments in Space Stamps on Envelope

About the stamps: Issue Date: September 29, 1967 City: Kennedy Space Center, Florida Quantity: 60,432,000 Printed By: Giori Press Printing Method: Lithographed and Engraved Perforations: 11 Color: Multicolor Issued in conjunction with NASA's 9th anniversary, the design on these stamps features an astronaut in space with his capsule. Originally issued attached, both designs celebrate the accomplishments of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Accomplishments In Space Issue On September 29, 1967, the U.S. Post Office issued its first attached pair of stamps to have a continuous design. The stamps, officially titled Accomplishments in Space, were issued to honor the 9th anniversary of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The stamps were the first to be designed by renowned space artist Paul Calle. These stamps are also often known as the “Space Twins,” as they are the first twin stamps ever issued by the U.S., with one design continuing across both stamps. The stamps picture a space-suited astronaut floating near the Gemini 4 Capsule. See Photos for condition