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The cover displays the traditional stamp reproducing Andrea della Robbia’s glazed terra-cotta tondo “Madonna and Child with Angels” from the National Gallery of Art, paired with the contemporary stamp showing a child on a rocking horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChristmas stamps have been a U.S. postal tradition since 1962, issued each year to meet heavy holiday mail volume. The 1978 pair continued the practice of offering one religious and one secular design, allowing collectors and the public to choose imagery that reflected their own holiday sentiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cachet illustrates the theme “Christmas Past and Present,” with the della Robbia medallion above a nostalgic scene of a child reaching for the same rocking horse depicted on the contemporary stamp. The Holly, Michigan, first-day postmark was deliberately chosen for its seasonal name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAddressed to Dr. Charles R. 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The se-tenant stamps display colorful traditional quilt patterns representing American folk art heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuilting has long been a cherished domestic craft in the United States, passed down through generations and often reflecting regional styles and family histories. By the late 1970s, renewed interest in Americana and traditional crafts brought these designs to national attention on postage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe left-side cachet illustration depicts a woman hand-quilting in a simple domestic interior, complementing the stamp designs. ArtCraft's distinctive line drawing and typography are clearly visible, along with the 1978 imprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA clean, well-centered Charleston, WV first-day cancel ties the block. 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His 1778 sighting of Hawaii and subsequent charting of the North American coastline from Oregon to the Bering Strait remain landmark achievements in maritime history and cartography.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cover displays both the Hawaii 1778 and Alaska 1778 stamp designs, each showing Cook's ship Resolution against the respective coastlines—an uncommon paired presentation on a single Artmaster FDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA desirable addition for collectors of explorers, maritime history, or U.S. bicentennial-era issues, this well-centered cover remains in fresh condition with a clear Honolulu postmark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398674350244,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162826.jpg?v=1783438035"},{"product_id":"1978-captain-james-cook-13-anchorage-ak-first-day-cover","title":"1978 Captain James Cook 13¢ Anchorage, AK First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft First Day Cover features the 13¢ Captain James Cook stamp issued January 20, 1978, in Anchorage, Alaska. The cover bears the official first-day postmark from Anchorage, AK 99502 and depicts Cook’s Pacific voyages on a striking cachet with his portrait and a map tracing his routes across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaptain James Cook’s 1778 voyage marked the first documented European contact with the Hawaiian Islands and extensive exploration of Alaska’s coastline. The bicentennial issue commemorates these achievements during America’s growing interest in Pacific history and exploration two centuries later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cachet highlights the 200th anniversary of Cook’s Pacific explorations (1778–1978) and includes a detailed map showing his three voyages, with the sailing ship Resolution prominently featured—an unexpected artistic touch that appeals to maritime and exploration topical collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAddressed to Mrs. Helen R. Burns in Chula Vista, California, the cover reflects the common practice of sending FDCs to collectors across the country for personal collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA clean, well-centered example of this popular ArtCraft cachet, it makes an excellent addition for collectors of U.S. bicentennial issues, maritime history, or worldwide exploration topicals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398674383012,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162827.jpg?v=1783438037"},{"product_id":"1978-americas-indian-legacy-13-kansas-city-mo-first-day-cover","title":"1978 America's Indian Legacy 13¢ Kansas City, MO First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1978 First Day Cover features the 13¢ U.S. stamp honoring America's Indian Legacy, postmarked in Kansas City, Missouri on January 11, 1978. The cachet depicts a striking portrait of a Native American chief in full headdress alongside a reproduction of the 1877 Indian Head cent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Indian Head cent, designed by James B. Longacre, was minted from 1859 to 1909 and remains one of the most iconic coins in American history. Its profile of Liberty wearing a feathered headdress became a lasting symbol of national pride and the complex portrayal of Native Americans in U.S. coinage and stamps during the 19th and 20th centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the stamp's faithful reproduction of the actual 1877 Indian Head cent design, tying the philatelic issue directly to numismatic history. 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The handsome black-and-white cachet depicts a woman seated in a rocking chair hand-quilting a large patchwork coverlet in a cozy domestic interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuilting has long been an important American folk tradition, blending utility with artistic expression. By the 1970s the Postal Service was actively celebrating such vernacular arts on stamps, and this colorful quartet of quilt patterns—each stamp showing a different traditional design—highlighted the enduring popularity of the craft across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe four designs are arranged so that the perforations create an appealing overall patchwork effect when kept together as a block. The ArtCraft cachet complements the issue perfectly with its period illustration and clear “American Quilts 1978” titling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fine addition for collectors of U.S. commemoratives, folk-art topicals, or ArtCraft cachets, this cover remains in excellent condition with a crisp first-day cancel and attractive, well-centered stamps.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398674481316,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162830.jpg?v=1783438042"},{"product_id":"1978-american-trees-15-hot-springs-ar-first-day-cover","title":"1978 American Trees 15¢ Hot Springs, AR First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft cacheted First Day Cover features the 1978 American Trees issue, a block of four 15¢ stamps depicting Giant Sequoia, White Pine, White Oak, and Gray Birch. The official first-day cancel is from Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas, dated October 9, 1978.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe issue highlights iconic North American tree species and their ecological importance during a period of growing environmental awareness in the United States. Each stamp includes the scientific name, underscoring the educational intent of the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe left-side cachet displays a stylized U.S. map marking the native ranges of the featured trees along with the ArtCraft logo, creating an attractive and informative design that complements the stamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA strong addition for collectors of flora topicals, U.S. commemoratives, or ArtCraft cachets, this cover is in excellent condition with sharp strikes and vibrant artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398674514084,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162831.jpg?v=1783438043"},{"product_id":"1978-american-dance-13-new-york-ny-first-day-cover-1","title":"1978 American Dance 13¢ New York, NY First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft official first day cover features the 1978 American Dance issue, a block of four 13¢ stamps canceled in New York, NY on April 26, 1978. The colorful cachet illustrates the four dance styles honored on the stamps: Ballet, Modern, Folk, and Theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe issue celebrates dance as an integral part of America’s cultural heritage, highlighting both classical and popular forms that shaped 20th-century performing arts. New York City, home to major companies such as the New York City Ballet and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, was a fitting first-day location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the se-tenant arrangement of the stamps in a diamond format, with the words “FIRST DAY OF ISSUE” printed across the center of the block—an uncommon layout for U.S. commemoratives of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollectors will appreciate the clean ArtCraft cachet and the crisp, well-centered New York postmark. 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The cachet depicts the historic tower with text identifying it as the oldest original lighthouse existing in North America, built in 1764 at Highlands, New Jersey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLighthouses like Sandy Hook were essential navigational beacons during the colonial and early American periods, guiding vessels through dangerous coastal waters and protecting mariners engaged in trade and travel. The stamp's design reinforces this role with the inscription \"Lonely Beacon - Protecting Those Upon the Sea.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the block of four stamps on the cover, each bearing the lighthouse illustration and slogan, paired with the official first-day cancel. 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Anchorage’s postmark ties the cover directly to the region Cook explored.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fine addition for collectors of exploration, maritime, or Alaska-themed philately, this cover remains in excellent condition with a crisp strike and attractive artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398674743460,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162841.jpg?v=1783438056"},{"product_id":"1978-saw-whet-owl-15-fairbanks-ak-first-day-cover","title":"1978 Saw-whet Owl 15¢ Fairbanks, AK First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Artmaster cacheted First Day Cover bears the 15¢ Saw-whet Owl stamp issued August 26, 1978, in Fairbanks, Alaska, as part of the Wildlife Conservation series. The colorful stamp depicts the small owl in flight against a forest backdrop, tied by a clear first-day postmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1970s marked a surge in U.S. environmental legislation and public interest in endangered species; the Wildlife Conservation series spotlighted native animals whose habitats were under pressure, helping raise awareness through postage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cachet illustrates four North American owls—Barred, Saw-whet, Great Horned, and Great Gray—with precise line drawings that identify each species, a hallmark of Artmaster’s educational style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cover is addressed to the Darwin H. 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The colorful cachet by artist Kristin Rosenberg shows a cluster of yellow Peace roses with the word “Peace” scripted below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoses have symbolized love, peace, and remembrance across cultures for centuries. The famous Peace rose variety was introduced during World War II as a message of hope and was later adopted by the United Nations as an emblem of international friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the artist’s signature and the deliberate choice of the Peace rose for the cachet, tying the floral theme to its historic message of harmony. The cover bears the official “First Day of Issue” hand-cancel from Shreveport, the designated city for this stamp release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollectors will appreciate the clean condition, attractive botanical artwork, and strong topical appeal for rose or flower enthusiasts. 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The colorful cachet by artist Jack Woollin shows a couple square-dancing inside a rustic cabin while onlookers peer through the window, perfectly capturing the stamp’s theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSquare dancing and folk dance traditions have long been central to rural American social life, especially on Saturday nights when communities gathered for lively, foot-stomping fun. The stamp and cachet celebrate this enduring cultural practice that brought neighbors together across the countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA charming detail is the matching green-and-yellow color scheme between the stamp’s silhouetted dancers and the cachet artwork, creating a cohesive visual presentation. The cover also includes the printed inscription noting how square dances “liven up Saturday nights across rural America.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fine addition to any topical collection of dance, Americana, or 1970s U.S. commemoratives, this well-preserved FDC offers both philatelic and cultural appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398674874532,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162845.jpg?v=1783438065"},{"product_id":"1978-jimmie-rodgers-13-meridian-ms-first-day-cover","title":"1978 Jimmie Rodgers 13¢ Meridian, MS First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft official first day cover honors Jimmie Rodgers with the 13¢ Performing Arts Series stamp issued May 24, 1978, in Meridian, Mississippi. The cachet features a classic portrait of the singer alongside a steam locomotive, celebrating his nickname “The Singing Brakeman.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRodgers is widely recognized as the “Father of Country Music,” whose 1920s–1930s recordings blended blues, folk, and yodeling that laid the foundation for the entire genre. The Meridian postmark is especially appropriate, as the Mississippi city was his adopted hometown and the site of his annual memorial festival.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the prominent railroad imagery on the cachet, directly referencing Rodgers’ early career as a brakeman on the New Orleans \u0026amp; Northeastern Railroad. The cover is addressed to Dr. Charles R. 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The cachet features a dramatic illustration of the Viking orbiter and lander spacecraft against a starry backdrop, with the text “Commemorating Viking Space Missions – United States Unmanned Space Accomplishments.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Viking program marked a historic milestone in planetary exploration. In 1976, Viking 1 and Viking 2 became the first spacecraft to successfully land on Mars and transmit images and scientific data from the surface, fundamentally expanding our understanding of the Red Planet and paving the way for future Mars missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the cachet’s dual depiction of both the orbiter in space and the lander on the Martian surface, along with the “Expanding human knowledge” inscription that appears on the stamp itself. The cover is addressed to a collector in Old Westbury, New York, a historic Long Island village known for its grand estates and preserved natural landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA clean, well-centered example that makes an excellent addition to any space or NASA topical collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675005604,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162848_8d43b3d6-d1e2-407f-879b-9f36e3e3e337.jpg?v=1783438070"},{"product_id":"1978-harriet-tubman-13-washington-dc-first-day-cover-1","title":"1978 Harriet Tubman 13¢ Washington, DC First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft Official First Day Cover features the 13¢ Harriet Tubman stamp from the Black Heritage USA series, postmarked in Washington, DC on February 1, 1978. The cachet depicts Tubman leading escaping slaves along the Underground Railroad with the inscription “She guided more than 300 slaves to freedom.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarriet Tubman (1821–1913) was an escaped slave who became one of the most effective conductors on the Underground Railroad, later serving as a nurse, scout, and spy for the Union Army during the Civil War. The 1978 stamp was the second issue in the U.S. Postal Service’s Black Heritage series, recognizing her extraordinary contributions to American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ArtCraft cachet includes period-appropriate artwork of a wagon train of freedom seekers and lists Tubman’s roles as abolitionist, nurse, and escaped slave. The cover is addressed to a private residence in Old Westbury, New York, a historic Long Island community known for its large estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA strong addition for collectors of Black Heritage stamps, African American history, or ArtCraft cachets, this well-preserved FDC displays crisp postmarks and attractive dual imagery of Tubman.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675071140,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162849.jpg?v=1783438074"},{"product_id":"1978-captain-james-cook-13-anchorage-ak-first-day-cover-2","title":"1978 Captain James Cook 13¢ Anchorage, AK First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft First Day Cover features the 13¢ Captain James Cook stamp issued January 20, 1978, in Anchorage, Alaska. The cachet commemorates the 200th anniversary of Cook’s Pacific explorations (1778–1978) with a portrait, world map tracing his voyages, and sailing ship illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaptain James Cook’s third voyage brought him to the Hawaiian Islands and the Alaskan coast, where he charted previously unknown waters and sought the Northwest Passage. The stamp and cachet mark the bicentennial of his 1778 visit to what is now Alaska.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cover bears the official “First Day of Issue” postmark from Anchorage, the chosen city because of Cook’s historic landfall nearby. The ArtCraft design includes the explorer’s route across the Pacific, a detail collectors appreciate for its geographic storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA clean, well-centered example with the classic ArtCraft cachet, this cover is an attractive addition for collectors of U.S. bicentennial issues, maritime history, or worldwide exploration topicals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675136676,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162850_363a0a0a-0e0b-41b3-9146-acc1a45bec61.jpg?v=1783438075"},{"product_id":"1978-captain-james-cook-13-anchorage-ak-first-day-cover-3","title":"1978 Captain James Cook 13¢ Anchorage, AK First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft First Day Cover features the 13¢ Captain James Cook stamp issued January 20, 1978, in Anchorage, Alaska. 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The ArtCraft design includes the explorer’s route across the Pacific, a detail collectors appreciate for its geographic storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA clean, well-centered example with the classic ArtCraft cachet, this cover is an attractive addition for collectors of U.S. bicentennial issues, maritime history, or worldwide exploration topicals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675169444,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162850.jpg?v=1783438075"},{"product_id":"1978-folk-art-quilts-13-charleston-wv-first-day-cover-2","title":"1978 Folk Art Quilts 13¢ Charleston, WV First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1978 First Day Cover features the 13¢ Folk Art: Quilts stamp issued by the United States Postal Service on March 8, 1978, in Charleston, West Virginia. The cover bears a colorful cachet titled “The Quilting Bee,” depicting three generations of women gathered around a vibrant patchwork quilt in a cozy 19th-century kitchen setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuilting represents an enduring American folk tradition that transformed necessity into artistry. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, quilting bees served as vital social gatherings for women in rural communities, combining practical work with storytelling and mutual support. By the 1970s, the Postal Service’s Folk Art series celebrated these traditions as part of America’s cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the stamp’s striking design: four separate 13¢ stamps form a larger block showing different traditional quilt patterns, including the distinctive “Double Wedding Ring” motif visible on the right. The cachet artwork is signed “KStine.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollectors will appreciate the clean Charleston, WV first-day cancel and the attractive, well-preserved cachet that highlights both the stamp design and the historic quilting theme.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675300516,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162853.jpg?v=1783438080"},{"product_id":"1978-dance-13-new-york-ny-first-day-cover","title":"1978 Dance 13¢ New York, NY First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1978 First Day Cover features the USA Dance block of four 13¢ stamps issued April 26 in New York, NY. The se-tenant stamps depict Theater Dance, Ballet, Modern Dance, and Folk Dance, paired with a colorful cachet by Jack Woolliscroft showing an elegant ballroom couple beneath a festive canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe issue celebrated the rich variety of American dance traditions at a time when social and theatrical dancing remained central to cultural life. Ballroom dance, highlighted on the cachet, has long served as both recreation and performance art across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the coordinated horizontal design of the four stamps, which together form a striking visual when kept intact on a cover. The clear New York postmark and \"First Day of Issue\" slogan add strong postal history appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fine addition for topical collectors of dance, performing arts, or 1970s U.S. commemoratives, this cover displays fresh colors and a crisp cancel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675366052,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162855.jpg?v=1783438083"},{"product_id":"1978-dance-13-new-york-ny-first-day-cover-1","title":"1978 Dance 13¢ New York, NY First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1978 First Day Cover features the USA Dance block of four 13¢ stamps issued April 26 in New York, NY. The se-tenant stamps depict Theater Dance, Ballet, Modern Dance, and Folk Dance, paired with a colorful cachet by Jack Woolliscroft showing an elegant ballroom couple beneath a festive canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe issue celebrated the rich variety of American dance traditions at a time when social and theatrical dancing remained central to cultural life. Ballroom dance, highlighted on the cachet, has long served as both recreation and performance art across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the coordinated horizontal design of the four stamps, which together form a striking visual when kept intact on a cover. The clear New York postmark and \"First Day of Issue\" slogan add strong postal history appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fine addition for topical collectors of dance, performing arts, or 1970s U.S. commemoratives, this cover displays fresh colors and a crisp cancel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675398820,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162855_45cc87a4-97a4-4718-b5e5-52238cf8a625.jpg?v=1783438084"},{"product_id":"1978-nonprofit-stamped-envelope-2-7-raleigh-nc-first-day-cover","title":"1978 Nonprofit Stamped Envelope 2.7¢ Raleigh, NC First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft Official First Day Cover marks the July 5, 1978 issue of the 2.7¢ Nonprofit stamped envelope in Raleigh, North Carolina. The cover bears the envelope's green indicium along with a 13¢ Proclaim Liberty stamp, tied by a crisp Raleigh, NC postmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2.7¢ rate supported authorized nonprofit organizations under the Postal Service's special bulk-mail category, reflecting the era's emphasis on charitable outreach and community service. The cachet illustrates this theme with a young woman in a Girl Scout-style uniform assisting a toddler learning to walk, captioned \"Happiness Is Helping Others.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the combination use of the 13¢ Liberty Bell stamp alongside the envelope indicium, creating an attractive dual-franking FDC. 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The cover bears a block of four stamps with the official first-day cancel and a large engraved illustration of the obverse and reverse of an 1877 Indian Head cent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Indian Head cent, designed by James B. Longacre, was minted from 1859 to 1909 and remains one of the most iconic U.S. coins. It replaced the Flying Eagle cent and served as everyday pocket change through the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the Gilded Age, symbolizing the expanding American economy of the late nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA notable detail is the cachet’s faithful reproduction of the rare 1877 date, the key year in the series and a favorite among numismatists. 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The York, PA postmark ties the cover to the exact city and date the Continental Congress ratified the treaty in 1778.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1778 alliance was decisive for American independence, bringing French troops, naval power, and financial support that helped turn the Revolutionary War in favor of the colonies. Without this partnership, the outcome at Yorktown and the eventual peace treaty would have been far less certain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cachet illustrates the ratification ceremony with period figures gathered around a table, while the stamp itself shows Benjamin Franklin and the Comte de Vergennes exchanging the signed documents. 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The cover is postmarked on the official first day of issue, August 26, 1978, in Fairbanks, Alaska.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stamps were released during a period of growing national focus on wildlife protection and endangered species awareness in the late 1970s. Both owls are iconic North American species, with the Great Gray Owl being one of the largest owls in the world and the Saw-Whet Owl known for its distinctive call and secretive habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe attractive black-and-white cachet illustrates both owls perched on snowy branches and carries the slogan “Protect Our Wildlife,” along with the ArtCraft logo and the U.S. Postal Service’s First Day of Issue emblem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fine addition to any bird, wildlife, or conservation topical collection, this cover displays fresh colors and a clear strike of the Fairbanks postmark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675824804,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162906_cd37e944-84ed-42f3-87fd-9cbdf0e073e5.jpg?v=1783438098"},{"product_id":"1978-american-owls-15-fairbanks-ak-first-day-cover-6","title":"1978 American Owls 15¢ Fairbanks, AK First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ArtCraft First Day Cover features the 1978 Wildlife Conservation issue with two 15¢ stamps depicting the Barred Owl and Great Horned Owl. The cover is postmarked on the official first day of issue, August 26, 1978, in Fairbanks, Alaska.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stamps highlight ongoing U.S. efforts in the 1970s to promote wildlife protection and habitat conservation, reflecting growing public awareness of endangered species and ecological balance during that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe striking black-and-white cachet illustrations show both owl species in flight and perched, accompanied by the slogan “Protect Our Wildlife” and the ArtCraft imprint, making it a visually appealing example of classic cachet artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fine addition for collectors of bird topicals, wildlife conservation issues, or ArtCraft FDCs, this cover remains in excellent condition with clear postmarks and vibrant stamp colors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398675923108,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260706162907_683d7fdf-8d96-4017-9d1b-508067659481.jpg?v=1783438103"},{"product_id":"1978-the-american-indian-13-kansas-city-mo-first-day-cover","title":"1978 The American Indian 13¢ Kansas City, MO First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an official ArtCraft first day cover for the 1978 13¢ The American Indian commemorative stamp, postmarked in Kansas City, Missouri on January 11, 1978. The cover features a block of four stamps with the \"First Day of Issue\" cancel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stamp honors the heritage and contributions of Native Americans in the United States. Issued during a period of growing public interest in indigenous history and culture, it reflects the nation's recognition of the American Indian's enduring legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe striking black-and-white cachet reproduces Cyrus Dallin's famous sculpture \"The Appeal to the Great Spirit,\" showing a Native American rider on horseback with arms outstretched in supplication. 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The cover displays a striking black-and-white eagle cachet with the text 'Emergency Change of Rate POSTAGE A STAMP' and the official first-day cancel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 'A' stamp was released as an emergency measure when the domestic first-class letter rate rose to 15 cents. 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