Arctic AnimalsUnited States, 1999Strip of 5 Stamps

Issued by the United States on Mar. 12, 1999, this strip of five mint stamps shows five animals that have adapted to the extreme conditions in the Arctic Circle: Arctic Hare, Arctic Fox, Snowy Owl, Polar Bear, and Gray Wolf. These attractive stamps, each featuring a close-up photograph of the animal, were designed by Derry Noyes.

The above image is an enlargement, the actual size of this strip of five stamps is 40mm x 156mm (1.57" x 6.14").