1982 Jackie Robinson

This stamp is part of the Black Heritage Stamp Series. Initiated in 1978, the USPS continues to issue a stamp featuring a notable Black American every February in conjunction with Black History Month and at other times during the year.

Jackie Robinson (1919-1972) broke the Major League Baseball color barrier in 1947. This very public step in integration contributed to the increasing awareness of the Civil Rights battles that challenged American norms during the 20th century. After serving in the Army during World War II and playing baseball in the Negro leagues, Robinson signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers organization to initiate integration in this high profile professional sport. He endured racial insults, slurs, and threatened boycotts during those first years but he played spectacularly. He earned Rookie of the Year in 1947 and was selected to six National League All-Star teams during his career. He was elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962-the first African American to be so honored.

Originally painted by Howard Koslow, a total of 164,235,000 stamps were issued at a value of 20¢ each for a total value of $32,847,000. (Stamp ID# Scott 2016).

Jackie Robinson, 1982 U.S. Postage Stamp – 20¢
Jackie Robinson, 1982 U.S. Postage Stamp – 20¢
Jackie Robinson, 1982 U.S. Postage Stamp FDC
Jackie Robinson, 1982 U.S. Postage Stamp FDC
Jackie Robinson American Commemoratives Stamps
Jackie Robinson American Commemoratives Stamps

Stamp Stats

Value: 20¢
Issue Date: August 2, 1982
City: Cooperstown, NY
Quantity: 164,235,000
Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Printing Method: Photogravure
Perforations: 10.5 x 11
Color: Multicolored

Jackie Robinson, 1982 U.S. Postage Stamps Sheet
Jackie Robinson, 1982 U.S. Postage Stamps Sheet

2 thoughts on “1982 Jackie Robinson”

    1. The Jackie Robinson stamp is a classic, and affordable to collect. According to the 2020 Scott U.S. Stamp Catalogue, these are valued at $1.00 if unused and $0.25 if used.

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