# Interactive Eclipse Stamps These Special USPS Stamps Change to Reveal the Moon When Touched By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-05-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usps-stamps References: [about.usps](https://about.usps.com/news/national-releases/2017/pr17_020.htm) To commemorate the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse of 2017, limited-edition [USPS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usps-stamp) stamps are being launched. While there are many collectible stamps that are launched to mark various holidays and events, this one boasts an interactive feature that makes it especially noteworthy. The Total Eclipse of the Sun Forever stamps include an all-black circle that responds to the heat of a finger to reveal a full moon. Those who are interested in sharing the news about the special USPS stamps are being asked to share on social media using the #EclipseStamps hashtag. It has become a challenge for mints and postal services to make collectible items like coins and stamps appealing to younger generations, but the inclusion of interactive features adds value to these kinds of keepsakes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Stamps:** Opportunity for interactive features in collectible items like stamps to appeal to younger generations. - **Total Solar Eclipse Commemoration:** Commemorative stamps for significant events like the Total Solar Eclipse of 2017 can generate excitement and interest. - **Social Media Engagement:** Encouraging social media sharing using dedicated hashtags can increase awareness and reach of collectible items like stamps. ### Where This Applies - **Philatelic Industry:** The philatelic industry can embrace interactive features in stamps to attract younger collectors. - **Minting Industry:** The minting industry can explore the inclusion of interactive features in coins to enhance their appeal. - **Postal Services:** Postal services can leverage interactive stamps to create unique collectibles that resonate with younger customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Space-Themed Postal Stamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacethemed-postal-stamp.md) - [Nostalgic Art-Inspired Postal Stamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usps-stamp.md) - [Blockchain Postage Stamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crypto-stamps.md) - [Lunar New Year-Themed Stamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-horse-forever-stamp.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Eclipse Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-eclipse-poster.md) - [Waterfall-inspired Stamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stamp-design.md) - [Flower-Themed Stamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowerthemed-stamp-collection.md) - [Skateboard-Inspired Stamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skateboard-inspired-stamp-collection.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Stamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-holiday-stamps.md)