Art of the Skateboard Forever Stamps

Value: 78¢ First-Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: March 24, 2023
First Day City: Phoenix, Arizona
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Pane of 20

Purpose: Issued to celebrate skateboard deck artistry as part of the Art of the Skateboard series.

Design: Created by Alaskan Tlingit/Athabascan artist Crystal Worl, the stamp showcases a striking blue and indigo salmon motif inspired by her cultural heritage.

First Day Ceremony: Held at the Desert West Skate Plaza in Phoenix, Arizona, during the Cowtown Phoenix Am skateboarding contest.

Series Details: The Art of the Skateboard set features dynamic, colorful designs from diverse artists, capturing the energy, creativity, and cultural influences of skateboarding.

Historical Significance: Crystal Worl’s salmon design reflects prosperity, renewal, and fertility, honoring Native American traditions while celebrating the intersection of cultural heritage and modern skateboarding culture.