This listing is for 10 20-cent Brooklyn Bridge stamps (Scott # 2041, released in 1983).

Brooklyn Bridge Stamps

These 20-cent stamps feature a beautiful colorized image of the Brooklyn Bridge, one of the most iconic landmarks in New York City. The stamps were issued in 1983 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the opening of the bridge.

The Brooklyn Bridge is a hybrid cable-stayed/suspension bridge in New York City and is one of the oldest bridges of either type in the United States. Completed in 1883, it connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn by spanning the East River. It has a main span of 1,595.5 feet (486.3 m) and a height of 133 ft (40.5 m) above Mean High Water. The bridge's construction took 14 years and cost $15.1 million (about $343 million in 2023 dollars).

The Brooklyn Bridge was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964 and a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1972. It was declared a New York City Landmark in 1964 and a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1972. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in New York City and is featured in many films and television shows.

These stamps are a beautiful and unique way to commemorate the Brooklyn Bridge. They would make a great addition to any collection or a wonderful gift for someone who loves history or New York City.

Features:

• 20-cent stamps

• Features a beautiful colorized image of the Brooklyn Bridge

• Issued in 1983 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the opening of the bridge

Benefits:

• Beautiful and unique way to commemorate the Brooklyn Bridge

• Great addition to any collection

• Wonderful gift for someone who loves history or New York City