Add iconic aviary flair to your letters with these beautiful vintage unused North American Wildlife Series "Canada Goose" postage stamps! This classic wildlife design is perfect for adding a touch of nature's splendor to your cards and letters or birth announcements, baby showers, save-the-dates, and wedding invitations. In pristine mint condition and valid for current postage use, each stamp holds a face value of 22-cents. These USPS postage stamps are suitable for current mailing when used with the total required postage based on the weight of your correspondence. Embrace the call of the wild with this captivating postage stamp!

Purchase includes a total of TWENTY (20) mint condition postage stamps shown in the product listing photos.

STAMP INFORMATION:

• Name: Canada Goose
• Series: North American Wildlife
• Year Issued: 1987
• Face Value: 22-cents (USD) per stamp
• Topic(s): Wildlife, Nature, Canadian Goose, Geese, Bird, Waterfowl, Ducks, Mother Goose, Baby Chicks, Goose Eggs, Cattails, Migratory Bird
• Color(s): Natural, Neutral, Black, White, Multicolored
• Mailing Occasions: Birth Announcements, Birthday Party Invites, Wedding Invitations, Save the Date Announcements, Shower Invitations, Thank You Cards, Snail Mail, and more
• Printing Method: Photogravure
• Scott Number: 2334
• Adhesion Type: Gummed (see below for adhesion instructions)
• Condition: Genuine Unused USPS Postage Stamps, Ready to Use for USPS Mailings, Mint Condition

STAMP HISTORY: Part of the North American Wildlife series, this vintage postage stamp showcases the Canada Goose and its distinctive black head and neck, white cheek patches, and brownish-gray body. The wings are outstretched, highlighting its impressive wingspan. The background likely represents a marsh or open water area, typical of the goose’s migratory stopovers. This unused 22-cent gummed stamp celebrates the North American continent's rich biodiversity, showcasing this iconic bird in its typical environment, emphasizing the importance of habitat in wildlife conservation.

The Canada Goose is one of North America's most recognizable waterfowl, known for its distinctive black head and neck, white cheek patches, and brownish-gray body. It is a migratory bird that thrives in wetlands, lakes, rivers, and grassy fields across the continent. Native to North America, Canada Geese breed in Canada and the northern U.S. and migrate south to the U.S., Mexico, and even parts of Europe. They are highly adaptable, found in wetlands, lakes, rivers, parks, and even urban areas. Canada Geese fly in distinct V-formations to reduce air resistance and conserve energy during long-distance migrations. Migrations can cover thousands of miles, from northern breeding grounds to southern wintering areas.

STAMP MEANING & SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE: The Canada Goose carries deep spiritual meaning across cultures, symbolizing loyalty, perseverance, teamwork, and guidance. Its distinct behaviors—such as migrating in V-formations, lifelong pair bonding, and strong family ties—serve as powerful metaphors for personal and spiritual growth. Canada Geese are monogamous, often mating for life. This symbolizes faithfulness, long-lasting relationships, and deep emotional connections. Seeing a goose may remind you to cherish and honor your commitments to loved ones. Their V-shaped flight formation helps them conserve energy, with each goose taking turns leading. This represents mutual support, shared leadership, and the importance of working together to achieve success. Canada Geese migrate thousands of miles, facing storms, winds, and harsh conditions. They symbolize resilience, determination, and the ability to overcome obstacles on life’s journey. Geese return to the same nesting and wintering grounds each year, reminding us of the importance of home, roots, and a sense of belonging. Their message may encourage you to reconnect with your heritage or find a supportive community. The Canada Goose is a powerful spiritual guide, teaching lessons of devotion, teamwork, perseverance, and leadership. Whether as a spirit animal, totem, or dream symbol, it reminds us to trust in our direction, honor our commitments, and support those around us.

SERIES HISTORY: On June 13, 1987, the United States Postal Service (USPS) issued the North American Wildlife postage stamp series, a commemorative sheet featuring 50 different gummed 22-cent stamps. This release celebrated the rich diversity of North American fauna, showcasing species from various regions, including Alaska and Hawaii. Renowned wildlife artist Chuck Ripper illustrated the series, capturing the essence of each species with remarkable accuracy and detail. The stamps not only highlight the animals but also incorporate elements of their natural habitats, emphasizing the importance of environmental conservation. USPS and The Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee (CSAC) originally hoped to represent the State Animal of all 50 states. However, many states do not have a State Animal or share a State Animal with another state. Instead, USPS and CSAC opted to include avifauna, mammals, amphibians, and invertebrates from across the continent. Notably, the First Day of Issue ceremony took place at the Canadian Philatelic Exhibition (CAPEX) in Toronto, Canada, marking the third time a U.S. stamp issue had its inaugural event outside the United States. The North American Wildlife stamp series remains a favorite among collectors and nature enthusiasts, serving as a vivid reminder of the continent's rich and varied wildlife heritage.

GUMMED STAMPS: 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 additional postage to achieve standard postage rates according to the weight of your mailing. Check current postage rates at USPS.com.

TELL YOUR STORY IN STAMPS: 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!

ABOUT HERITAGE POST HOUSE: 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.


Product Specifications

Length: 1.57 in.
Height: 0.01 in.
Width: 0.98 in.
Weight: 0.01 lbs.