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Special Olympics

First Day of Issue Date: August 9, 1979

First Day of Issue Location: TBA

About This Stamp

The 15-cent Special Olympics commemorative stamp was first placed on sale at Brockport, New York, on August 9, 1979. The 5th Special Olympics were held in Brockport from August 8 until August 13, 1979.

The stamp was designed by Jeff Cornell and was issued in sheets of 50.

First Day of Issue Ceremony

First Day of Issue Date: August 9, 1979
First Day of Issue Location: TBA

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