Issued on September 11, 1987, this 22-cent stamp commemorates the bicentennial of New Jersey's statehood. The First Day of Issue ceremony was held in Trenton, the state's capital. The design features a farmer holding a basket of produce, symbolizing New Jersey's agricultural heritage and its well-known moniker, "The Garden State." This nickname reflects the state's long history of providing fresh produce to the metropolitan areas of New York and Philadelphia. The stamp marks the date of December 18, 1787, when New Jersey became the third state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. The ratification convention was held in Trenton. New Jersey's swift and unanimous ratification was significant, especially given the earlier debates at the Constitutional Convention where the "New Jersey Plan," which advocated for equal representation for all states, was a key point of discussion. This stamp not only celebrates a pivotal moment in New Jersey's history but also its enduring identity as a vital agricultural contributor to the region.