Project Mercury Stamps and Covers Collection
Updated September 24, 2026
| Lot number | 141 |
| Category | Stamps & Philately |
| Auction | Auction Monkey Woodland Wonders |
| Date | October 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Auction Monkey |
| Location | Lusby, Maryland |
Blast into philatelic history with this incredible lot featuring a full sheet of 4-cent 'Project Mercury: U.S. Man in Space' commemorative stamps, plus an impressive array of used examples and canceled covers. Released in 1962 to celebrate the monumental achievements of America's space program, these stamps honor the Mercury project that propelled the U.S. into orbit. The full sheet remains intact, a stunning visual of the space race era, while the canceled items add character and context, marking specific dates and locations. A perfect collection for space enthusiasts and stamp collectors alike, offering a tangible link to one of humanity’s greatest adventures. Don’t let this piece of history escape your orbit!
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