About This Stamp
The 15-cent Virgin and Child Christmas stamp was placed on sale October 18, 1979, at Washington, D.C. The Virgin and Child stamp depicts a painting of the same name by Gerard David in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
The stamp was designed by Bradbury Thompson and issued in sheets of 100.
First Day of Issue Ceremony
First Day of Issue Date: October 18, 1979
First Day of Issue Location: Washington, DC