The postage stamp from 1993 has a unique history. Because U.S. federal law forbids postage stamps depicting foreign heads of state, the American stamp listed her as "Grace Kelly", while theMonaco stamp listed her as "Princess Grace". The U.S. stamp was issued in Beverly Hills, California, a most appropriate location for a woman known worldwide for her role as a Hollywood starlet. Especially known for her roles in Alfred Hitchcock films likeDial M for Murder,Rear Window andTo Catch a Thief .Her career in film is what eventually led tothe meeting with Prince Rainier when she attended the 8th annualFestival de Cannes as the American delegate for her filmThe Country Girl.

The stamps, juxtaposed, remind us of the multifaceted public figure whom we still

admire today. Her talents on screen equal Her role contributing to style, art,

philanthropy, and public service. In fact, Her image continues to inspire stamps today. In 2019, the Monaco government released a tryptic of Princess Grace stamps commemorating what would’ve been her 90th birthday. The images beautifully display three stages her life while serving as part of the Princely Family. When one glances at the classic image on the vintage stamp, one wonders if she could’ve predicted the influence she would have for generations.