{"product_id":"grand-island-ice-cave-express-priority-stamps","title":"2020 USPS Grand Island Ice Cave Express Stamp – Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring home the magic of winter with the \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Island Ice Cave Express Mail Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e, a stunning piece from the American Landmarks Series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis special stamp was made to highlight one of nature’s coolest winter sights in the U.S.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e Grand Island Ice Caves stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e was created to celebrate the stunning ice caves that appear each winter along the cliffs of Grand Island in Lake Superior. Formed by freezing water that seeps through the rocks, these icy wonders don’t last long, but when they do, they offer an unforgettable view of nature at its most magical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e Grand Island Ice Caves stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e features artwork by Dan Cosgrove, who’s been creating designs for years. It captures the view from inside one of Grand Island’s ice caves, looking out at Lake Superior during sunset. The golden sunlight shining through the cold, blue ice creates a stunning contrast. It’s a quiet, peaceful moment that really shows how beautiful the place is.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo national ceremony was held for this release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stamp was first released in Munising, Michigan, a small town close to the ice caves and the entrance to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe American Landmarks Series began in 2008 and includes high-value stamps that highlight famous places across the U.S. Each stamp features colorful artwork by Dan Cosgrove, taking you on a visual trip through some of the country’s most beautiful spots—from tall mountains to frozen lakeshores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichigan’s Upper Peninsula turns into something magical in the winter. As temperatures drop, water seeps through the cliffs and freezes into giant icicles and thick walls of ice. These icy shapes completely transform the shoreline of Grand Island.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGetting there takes some effort. You have to walk over a frozen stretch of Lake Superior, and that’s only possible when the ice is solid and safe. But if the timing’s right, the view is incredible, some of the ice formations are as tall as an eight-story building.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause of the ever-changing freeze-thaw cycle, every visit offers a unique experience. Entry into the caves depends on timing and luck. But for those who make it inside, the icy blue walls and stillness leave a lifelong impression, one this stamp captures beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"USPS","offers":[{"title":"5 Sheets of 4 (20 Pcs)","offer_id":67594507124981,"sku":"20 E","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Sheets of 4 (60 Pcs)","offer_id":67594507157749,"sku":"60 E","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Sheets of 4 (200 Pcs)","offer_id":67594507190517,"sku":"200 E","price":599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/6720\/7157\/files\/express.png?v=1790771082","url":"https:\/\/ulikeo.com\/products\/grand-island-ice-cave-express-priority-stamps","provider":"ULIKEO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}