With the U.S. Navy 250th stamp, the U.S. Postal Service celebrates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy and honors its service to the nation.
⚓ Service & Values
Today, more than 330,000 active-duty personnel and more than 56,000 reservists uphold the core values of the U.S. Navy:
🏅 Honor🛡️ Courage⚓ Commitment
Whether protecting shipping lanes and undersea communications cables, conducting humanitarian missions after crises, or preparing for conflict, they remain combat-ready while keeping the seas open and free.
Art director Antonio Alcalá designed the stamp.
🎨 Design Description
Set against a white background, the stamp features the United States Navy emblem at center — an eagle perched over an anchor.
Above the emblem, "NAVY" appears in red
Below the emblem, "250 YEARS OF SERVICE" appears in red
"SINCE 1775" in blue
"FOREVER/USA" in gray
The pane header reads "CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF THE U.S. NAVY" in red
A tribute to honor, courage, and commitment — for collectors, veterans, and patriots alike.
