Christmas mail wikipedia

Christmas mail, also known as holiday mail or seasonal mail, refers to the special mail services and procedures implemented by postal services around the world during the Christmas season. Here's a summary of Christmas mail on Wikipedia:

History: The tradition of sending Christmas cards and gifts through the mail dates back to the 19th century. In the United States, the first Christmas card was sent in 1843 by Sir Henry Cole, a British artist and inventor. The first Christmas stamps were issued in the United States in 1962.

Special Services: Many postal services offer special services and procedures during the Christmas season, including:

  1. Priority Mail: Expedited shipping services for packages and letters.
  2. Holiday Shipping Deadlines: Deadlines for sending mail and packages to ensure timely delivery.
  3. Special Stamps: Limited-edition stamps featuring Christmas-themed designs.
  4. Holiday Packaging: Special packaging materials and boxes for shipping gifts.
  5. Tracking and Insurance: Options for tracking and insuring packages.

International Mail: Christmas mail is not limited to domestic mail. Many countries have international mail services that allow people to send gifts and cards to loved ones around the world. Some postal services offer special international shipping rates and services during the holiday season.

Fun Facts:

  1. The United States Postal Service (USPS) delivers over 1 billion pieces of mail during the holiday season.
  2. The USPS also handles over 200 million packages during the holiday season.
  3. The most popular Christmas stamps are often those featuring festive designs, such as snowflakes, reindeer, and Santa Claus.
  4. Some postal services offer special holiday-themed postmarks and cancellations.

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