{"product_id":"turks-cap-lily-postage-stamps-american-wildflower-series-red-flower-botanical-vintage-unused-usps-postage-29c","title":"Turk's Cap Lily 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 \"Turk's Cap Lily\" 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\u003e Turk's Cap Lily\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\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\u003eOrange, 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\u003e2681\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 the USPS issued a set of 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\"\u003eThe stamp features the striking Turk’s Cap Lily (\u003cem\u003eLilium superbum\u003c\/em\u003e), one of North America’s tallest and most dramatic native lilies. The design presents a graceful upward stem bearing multiple nodding blossoms, each rendered in vivid orange with darker maroon spots. The petals are distinctly recurved—arching backward in a shape reminiscent of a traditional Turkish turban, which gives the flower its common name. Long, slender stamens extend outward from the center, tipped with dark anthers that add movement and dimension to the composition. Set against a clean, light background, the bold coloration and sculptural form of the lily create a dynamic and eye-catching presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFLOWER DESCRIPTION: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTurk’s Cap Lily typically grows in moist meadows, woodland edges, and stream banks in the eastern United States, often reaching heights of 4 to 7 feet. A single stem may bear numerous blooms, creating a tiered effect of pendant flowers. The brilliant orange petals are speckled with deep red spots and curve dramatically backward, while prominent stamens extend beyond the petals, giving the flower an airy, almost firework-like appearance. Blooming in mid to late summer, it brings vivid color to wetlands and forest clearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTAMP MEANING \u0026amp; SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSpiritually, the Turk’s Cap Lily symbolizes confidence, vitality, and expressive strength. Its upward-reaching height and bold coloration reflect ambition and spiritual aspiration, while its downward-facing blossoms suggest humility and grace. The dramatic curve of its petals embodies the idea of beauty that is unapologetically visible, encouraging authentic self-expression. Because it thrives in wet, sunlit meadows yet remains rooted in the earth, the flower represents balance between elevation and grounding—growth anchored in stability.\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\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\u003e These 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).GENUINE USPS POSTAGE: 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\u003eWe 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\u003e We’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 Turk's Cap Lily Postage Stamp | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991771320626,"sku":"2681-1","price":1.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 10 Turk's Cap Lily Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991771353394,"sku":"2681-10","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 15 Turk's Cap Lily Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991771386162,"sku":"2681-15","price":20.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 20 Turk's Cap Lily Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991771418930,"sku":"2681-20","price":27.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 25 Turk's Cap Lily Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991771451698,"sku":"2681-25","price":34.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 50 Turk's Cap Lily Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991771484466,"sku":"2681-50","price":69.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Qty. 100 Turk's Cap Lily Postage Stamps | American Wildflower Series | Red Flower | Botanical | Vintage Unused USPS Postage 29c","offer_id":50991771517234,"sku":"2681-100","price":139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0863\/9719\/0450\/files\/HPH-2681-Turks-Cap-Lily-American-Wildflower-Series-Red-Orange-Green-Flower-1992-29c-USPS-Postage-Stamps.jpg?v=1772771079","url":"https:\/\/heritageposthouse.com\/products\/turks-cap-lily-postage-stamps-american-wildflower-series-red-flower-botanical-vintage-unused-usps-postage-29c","provider":"Heritage Post House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}