The breast cancer awareness stamp that has been available in post offices for many years is even a semi-postal, earning money above its postal value to be used for scientific research.
The Breast Cancer Research semipostal is unique among nondenominated U.S. stamps. Issued July 29, 1998, it sold for 40¢, of which 32¢ covered the first-class letter rate in effect at the time.
32¢ Breast Cancer Awareness, top margin strip of 5 with public service message (6/15/96)
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The first United States semipostal was issued to support Breast Cancer research. When issued this stamp cost 40¢ even though it was only valid for the 32¢ standard first class rate at that time.
Some fundraising (or semipostal) stamps have had this feature for years. For example, the breast cancer research stamp was issued in 1998. Currently it is worth 44 cents (US$0.44)
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Note: The nondenominated Breast Cancer Research semipostal stamp, which has a postage value that is equivalent to the domestic rate for a 1-ounce letter, may be used for international mailing purposes.
Breast cancer: US non-denominated semi-postal stamp, value 32, 33, 34¢, July 29, 1998.
Brechou, Brecqhou: island off coast of Sark, Great Britain local carriage label, 1969.
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