This 16-page "presitige" booklet, issued by the United States on March 27, 2000, highlights five stamp designs created to honor various periods in submarine technology and design. The booklet contains two souvenir sheets, each with five stamps (including high value stamps). The two souvenir sheets have different text in the sheet selvage. Please click on the image or "Details" for additional information. With a very high face value, not many of these booklets were purchased by casual collectors; the demand for this item now outstrips supply. This is reflected in the current retail value: the 2007 Scott catalogue value is $45.00; the 2007 Brookman catalogue value is $85.00.

This mint stamp was issued on March 27, 2000 to commemorate the U.S. Navy Los Angeles Class submarine. First launched in the mid-1970s, these nuclear-powered attack subs submerged to unprecedented depths and are armed with state-of-the-art heat-sensitive "smart" topedoes.

The United States issued this "Women in Military Service" stamp on Oct. 18, 1997, in conjunction with the dedication of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial in Arlington National Cementery near Washington, D.C. The attractive design features women in uniform from the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

Issued on October 10, 1995, this mint stamp commemorates the 150th anniversary of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. The stamp design depicts the racing sloop "Swift" crewed by Acadamy midshipmen.

Issued on August 20, 1961, this mint stamp commemorated the Golden Jubilee of the Navy's participation and development in aviation. The stamp image features naval air wings and the first naval airplane, the 1911 Curtiss A-1.

Issued on June 10, 1957, this mint stamp commemorated the Jamestown Festival and the international naval review. Its theme was "Freedom of the Seas," and it was the largest representation of nations in an event of this type. The image depicts an aircraft carrier and Jamestown Festival emblem.

This mint stamp was issued on May 21, 1955, to honor the Reserves of all of the U.S. armed forces. The stamp design features Reservists from the Marines, Coast Guard, Army, Navy, and Air Force.

This mint stamp was issued on september 11, 1952, to honor the women in the U.S. armed services. The image depicts women in uniform from each of the four armed services: Marine Corps, Army, Navy, and Air Force. More than 40,000 women served in World War II.

(Please note that the sets we have remaining in stock include stamps that either poorly centered or have perforation problems - our price has been reduced from $3.50 to $2.25). Issued over 70 years ago (1936-7), this set of five mint stamps honored the U.S. Navy and paid tribute to early naval leaders and heroes. Leaders from the American Revolution, War of 1812, Civil War, and Spanish-American War are included. Click on the image or "Details" for additional information.

Issued by the United states on July 4, 1975, this attached block of four mint stamps commemorates the 200th anniversary year of the U.S. military Services. The designs feature uniforms worn by the Continental Army, Navy, Marines, and Militia during the American Revolutionary War.