John E. Potter, postmaster general of the United States, unveils the “USA First Class FOREVER” stamp. The forever stamp is the first inflation-proof (albeit legal tender as opposed to lawful money) currency in three-quarters of a century. No matter what price at which the stamp is purchased in ever depreciating (inflation) Federal Reserve Notes (Bills of Credit) the stamp will always cover mailing a one-ounce, first class letter—FOREVER! The stamp also features the Liberty Bell, as opposed to the United States flag.
[restored 3/29/2024] Thanks to Jim Lorenz for this entry.
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References:
New stamps to last forever—Orange County Register
www.ocRegister.com/2007/03/26/new-stamps-to-last-forever/