Christmas Seals
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Christmas Seals are charitable fundraising stamps used to raise funds and awareness for various health-related causes. They are not valid for postage. The concept originated in Denmark in 1904 and was introduced to the United States in 1907.
History[edit | edit source]
The first Christmas Seal was created by Einar Holbøll, a Danish postal clerk, in 1904. Holbøll conceived the idea of adding an extra charitable stamp on holiday mail to raise money for the tuberculosis sanatorium in Denmark. The idea quickly gained popularity and spread to other countries.
In 1907, Emily Bissell introduced Christmas Seals to the United States to support the American Red Cross and the fight against tuberculosis. The seals were sold at post offices and other locations, with proceeds going to fund tuberculosis treatment and research.
Purpose[edit | edit source]
Christmas Seals have historically been used to support the fight against tuberculosis, a contagious disease that primarily affects the lungs. Over time, the funds raised by Christmas Seals have been used to support a variety of health-related causes, including lung disease research, smoking cessation programs, and public health initiatives.
Design[edit | edit source]
The design of Christmas Seals varies each year, often featuring holiday-themed artwork. The seals are typically sold in sheets and are used to decorate holiday mail, packages, and cards.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The sale of Christmas Seals has raised millions of dollars for health-related causes over the years. The funds have been instrumental in supporting medical research, public health campaigns, and patient care initiatives.
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