The “New Year Cherub” is a popular motif often used in holiday decorations, greeting cards, and art. Cherubs, or “putti,” are typically depicted as chubby, winged infants or young angels, symbolizing innocence and joy. They are often shown holding items like trumpets, bells, or scrolls, which are associated with announcing the arrival of the New Year. The USPS incorporated this imagine to usher in the 21st Century.