1974 U.S Skylab Commemorative Stamp

The Story Behind the Stamp

On May 14, 1974, the U.S. Postal Service issued this 10-cent commemorative stamp to celebrate the successful launch and operation of America's first space station, Skylab. This coincided with the crucial phase of the Skylab missions (1973-1974).

The stamp features a magnificent depiction of the Skylab space station in orbit, with the blue Earth and deep space as backdrop. The Blue "SKYLAB" lettering stands out prominently, symbolizing the brilliance of human space exploration.

Historical Significance

• Milestone in U.S. space program: Skylab was NASA's major project after Apollo
  
• Cold War tech competition: Demonstrated American technological superiority
  
• Legacy: Provided valuable experience for the International Space Station