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USPS FDC #3186m 1999 33¢ Slinky Craze Begins Celebrate the Century 1940s ST2544
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Discover the USPS FDC #3186m 1999 33¢ Slinky Craze Begins stamp. Part of the Celebrate the Century series from the 1940s, this collectible stamp captures the iconic Slinky toy's story. Perfect for collectors, this multicolored stamp is a unique addition to any postal memorabilia collection. Enjoy free returns and combined shipping options on your purchase.USPS FDC #3186m 1999 33¢ Slinky Craze Begins Celebrate the Century 1940sU.S. #3186m1999 33¢ Slinky Craze BeginsCelebrate the Century – 1940sIssue Date: February 18, 1999City: Dobbins AFB, GAQuantity: 12,533,000Printed By: Ashton-Potter (USA) LtdPrinting Method: Lithographed, engravedPerforations: 11.5Color: Multicolored While engineer Richard James was testing anti-vibration devices for U.S. Navy battleships, one of the torsion springs he was working with fell off his desk and bounced back and forth on the floor. James decided that with the right kind of steel and exact degree of tension, he could make the spring into a children’s toy. He was right. After two years of research, James and his wife Betty put 400 Slinkys on display at Gimbel’s Department Store in Philadelphia in 1945. They all sold within 90 minutes.Free ReturnsWe have free returns on domestic shipments for 30 days! Please contact us if there are any issues with your purchase. Combined Shipping (domestic)If you buy more than one item from us, depending on size and weight you may qualify for a combined shipping discount. If your items qualifies for combined shipping we will repackage your items refunding the savings at the time of shipping. When purchasing postage stamps there are three categories of shipping we use that have tracking numbers;eBay 6x9 paper envelope for up to 3 oz Generally 4 to 5 days transit time. Tracking information not always dependable Standard 1st Class Mail for up to 15 oz Arrives within 2 to 3 days.Priority Mail for above 15 oz Arrives within 2 to 3 days Please note that chipboard stiffeners are used in every envelope shipment which adds to the overall weight
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