{"product_id":"standing-cypress-postage-stamps-american-wildflower-series-red-flower-botanical-vintage-unused-usps-postage-29c","title":"Standing Cypress Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd floral style to your letters with these stunning vintage unused \u003cem data-pasted=\"true\"\u003eAmerican \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eWildflower\u003c\/em\u003e series \"Standing Cypress\" postage stamps! This classic botanical design is perfect for adding timeless beauty to your save-the-dates, wedding invitations, thank you cards, shower invites, birth announcements, and other snail mail correspondence. In pristine mint condition and valid for current postage use, each stamp holds a face value of 29-cents. These authentic USPS postage stamps are suitable for current mailing when used with the total required postage based on the weight of your mailing. Deliver floral elegance with this exquisite vintage postage stamp!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-pasted=\"true\" style=\"display: block; margin: 0 0 1em 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTAMP INFORMATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"display: block; margin: 0 0 1em 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName: \u003c\/strong\u003eStanding Cypress (aka \"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTexas Plume\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries: \u003c\/strong\u003eAmerican Wildflower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Issued: \u003c\/strong\u003e1992\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29-cents (USD) per stamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic(s): \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants, Flowers, Wildflowers, Flora, Botanical, Southwestern, Texas wedding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor(s): \u003c\/strong\u003eRed, Coral, Pink, Green, Black, Multicolored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMailing Occasions: \u003c\/strong\u003eWedding Invitations, Save the Date Announcements, Shower Invitations, Birth Announcements, Thank You Cards, Valentine’s Day, Snail Mail, and more…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offset Press and Lithography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScott Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2695\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdhesion Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gummed \u003cem\u003e (see adhesion instructions below)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Unused USPS Postage Stamps, Ready to Use for USPS Mailings, Mint Condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-pasted=\"true\"\u003eSTAMP DESCRIPTION \u0026amp; HISTORY:\u003c\/strong\u003e On\u003c\/span\u003e July 24, 1992, in Columbus, Ohio, the USPS issued a set of 29-cent postage stamps honoring 50 of the most popular varieties of wildflowers that grow across the United States. Each of the species featured on these lovely stamps is native to North America and can be found today in at least one of the 50 states. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis stamp features Standing Cypress (\u003cem\u003eIpomopsis rubra\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Texas Plume, a tall and striking wildflower native to the southern and central United States. The design presents a vertical spike densely covered with bright, tubular blossoms in vivid red to orange-red tones. The flowers appear arranged along a slender green stem, creating a flame-like column of color. Finely divided, fern-like foliage at the base adds texture and contrast to the strong vertical composition. The clean, light background enhances the dramatic coloration, allowing the fiery blooms to stand out prominently—true to the stamp series’ emphasis on bold, accessible botanical art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFLOWER DESCRIPTION: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStanding Cypress is a biennial plant that can reach heights of 3 to 6 feet. In its flowering year, it produces a tall central stalk lined with numerous narrow, trumpet-shaped blossoms. The flowers are rich scarlet to coral-red, often attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. The foliage is delicate and feathery, resembling cypress leaves—hence the common name. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it thrives in prairies, open fields, and well-drained soils, bringing vertical brilliance to grassland landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTAMP MEANING \u0026amp; SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSpiritually, Standing Cypress symbolizes aspiration, vitality, and radiant self-expression. Its upright, flame-like structure evokes upward movement and spiritual elevation, while its brilliant red coloration represents energy, courage, and life force. Because the blossoms attract pollinators and thrive in open, sunlit spaces, the plant embodies openness and generosity—offering its color and nectar freely. The flower’s vertical growth suggests reaching toward higher purpose, while its rooted base reminds us that spiritual ascent requires grounding. As captured on this 1992 29¢ stamp, Standing Cypress stands as a vivid emblem of bold presence and the power of rising with confidence and clarity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1984\" data-start=\"1515\" data-pasted=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1984\" data-start=\"1515\" data-pasted=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTAMP SERIES HISTORY: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe 1992 American Wildflower postage stamp series was a commemorative issue featuring a pane of 50 different 29-cent stamps, with each stamp displaying a unique watercolor illustration of a native U.S. wildflower. The series was released on July 24, 1992, in Columbus, Ohio, to coincide with the AmeriFlora '92 international exposition. Alaska-based watercolor artist Karen Mallary designed the artwork and selected the 50 distinct flowers featured in the collection, with at least one stamp\/flower representing each of the 50 states. The U.S. Postal Service described the 1992 American Wildflower series as carrying a message of \"natural grace and beauty\". In dedicating the pane of 50 different stamps, Assistant Postmaster General Gordon Morison stated they would \"blanket the postal landscape\" and carry the message that \"our nation's wildflowers add natural grace and beauty to our lives\". \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGUMMED STAMPS: \u003c\/strong\u003eThese postage stamps have a traditional moisture-activated gum on the back. These stamps require licking or wetting to adhere to envelopes or other surfaces. To ensure good adhesion, apply vintage gummed stamps to your mailings with a glue stick (we recommend using Elmer's \"Re-Stick\" glue sticks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENUINE USPS POSTAGE:\u003c\/strong\u003e These unused vintage postage stamps are perfectly valid for use as current postage for mailing with USPS as long as you use the adequate amount of postage to achieve standard postage rates according to the weight of your mailing. Check current postage rates at \u003ca title=\"link to the United States Postal Service (USPS) website\" href=\"http:\/\/usps.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUSPS.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQUESTIONS?\u003c\/strong\u003e We love hearing from our customers and replies to inquires are usually answered the same day. Need more of this stamp? Looking for a particular stamp not found on our website? Want a curated postage set for your special event? \u003ca title=\"contact Heritage Post House\" href=\"https:\/\/heritageposthouse.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e with questions about vintage postage stamps and our services…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTELL YOUR STORY IN STAMPS: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe’ve worked with hundreds of couples and their stationers to custom design highly stylized personalized postage sets based on our customer’s life stories. We can help you curate personalized vintage postage sets to commemorate your save-the-date, wedding, shower, announcement, and other special occasions in a truly unique fashion. Drawing on our encyclopedic knowledge of every stamp ever issued by the USPS, and sourcing from our extensive inventory of collectable unused vintage stamps, we’ll help you tell your unique story in stamps!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT HERITAGE POST HOUSE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jennifer Kramer is the founder of Heritage Post House, a boutique vintage postage house located in Northern California. Jennifer sources the most beautiful unused vintage postage stamps ever issued by USPS and artfully arranges them into curated postage sets that are sure to add a special touch to your invitations, announcements, and special mailings. In addition to creating pre-arranged postage sets, Jennifer also works with couples (and their stationers) to create one-of-a-kind custom postage arrangements for wedding invitations, save the dates, and other special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSCROLL DOWN TO VIEW QUANTITY BASED PRICING\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Heritage Post House","offers":[{"title":"Qty. 1 Standing Cypress Postage Stamp | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991874801970,"sku":"2695-1","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 10 Standing Cypress Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991874834738,"sku":"2695-10","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 15 Standing Cypress Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991874867506,"sku":"2695-15","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 20 Standing Cypress Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991874900274,"sku":"2695-20","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 25 Standing Cypress Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991874933042,"sku":"2695-25","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 50 Standing Cypress Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991874965810,"sku":"2695-50","price":71.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 100 Standing Cypress Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991874998578,"sku":"2695-100","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0863\/9719\/0450\/files\/HPH-2695-Standing-Cypress-American-Wildflower-Series-Red-Pink-Green-Flower-1992-29c-USPS-Postage-Stamps.jpg?v=1772771066","url":"https:\/\/heritageposthouse.com\/products\/standing-cypress-postage-stamps-american-wildflower-series-red-flower-botanical-vintage-unused-usps-postage-29c","provider":"Heritage Post House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}