Nicole Stott - From the Oceans to the Stars First Day Cover

Celebrate our ocean planet and space exploration with the Nicole Stott First Day Cover, featuring all six stamps from the 2026 issue. Each stamp is accompanied by a specially designed cover illustration reflecting Nicole’s journey from the deep ocean to orbiting the Earth.

The First Day Cover provides detailed commentary on each design, including the glass octopus from the depths of the ocean, coastal life such as the Cumanotus Beaumonti sea slug, the rare albino whale, and awe-inspiring perspectives of the Isle of Man from the International Space Station. The iconic NASA “Blue Marble” and “Wall of Light” stamps further highlight Earth’s beauty and humanity’s aspirations beyond our planet.

Postmarked on the day of issue, 09.03.2026, this First Day Cover offers a unique collectible connection to Nicole Stott’s vision of Earth as a shared home and a “spaceship” for all crewmates.