The Legend of the Sand Dollar

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The Legend of the Sand Dollar
    THE SAND DOLLAR or HOLY GHOST SHELL is one of the most unusual specimens of marine life.
    The markings on the shell symbolize the Birth, Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ.
    On the top side of the shell, an outline of the Easter Lily is clearly seen.
    At the center of the Lily a five pointed Star representing the Star of Bethlehem appears.
    The five narrow openings are representative of the four nail holes and the spear wound made in the body of Christ during the Crucifixion.
    Reversing the shell you will easily recognize the outline of the Christmas Poinsettia and also the Bell.
     When broken, inside the shell are five little birds called Doves of Peace.
     Some say they are the Angels that sang to the Shepherds the First Christmas Morning.

Stamps from left to right

• Wisdom, Rockefeller Center

Country:
    United States of America
Themes:
    Gods and goddesses | Statues
Issued on:
    2008-09   

• American Clock
  

Country:
    United States of America
Series:
    American Design
Themes:
    Clocks | Eagles | Stylized Animals
Issued on:
    2006-08-04