{"product_id":"1948-golden-anniversary-of-new-york-city-05-cent-4-stamps","title":"1948 Golden Anniversary of New York City .05 Cent (4 stamps)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a First Day of Issue envelope commemorating the 50th anniversary of the consolidation of Greater New York City, featuring a set of U.S. airmail postage stamps issued in 1948. The envelope is a collectible item for philatelists and history enthusiasts, celebrating the 1898 consolidation of the five boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island) into a single city, with a nod to Andrew H. Green, known as the \"Father of Consolidation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Product Description:**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- **Title:** 50th Anniversary of Greater New York City Consolidation First Day of Issue Envelope\u003cbr\u003e- **Issue Date:** July 31, 1948\u003cbr\u003e- **Location of Issue:** New York, New York (postmarked with the date and time: 9:00 AM, Jul 31, 1948)\u003cbr\u003e- **Stamps Included:** \u003cbr\u003e  - Four 5-cent U.S. airmail stamps titled \"Greater New York City 1898-1948 Golden Anniversary.\"\u003cbr\u003e  - The stamps feature a design with an eagle and a shield, symbolizing the unity of the city, set against a background of the New York City skyline. The stamps are in a red color, with the text \"U.S. Air Mail 5¢\" printed on them.\u003cbr\u003e- **Cachet (Design on Envelope):**\u003cbr\u003e  - The left side of the envelope features a detailed black-and-white illustration that includes a portrait of Andrew H. Green, labeled as the \"Father of Consolidation,\" in the top left corner.\u003cbr\u003e  - Below the portrait, there is a circular design depicting the consolidation event, with figures representing the five boroughs joining hands, symbolizing unity.\u003cbr\u003e  - The background includes a faint skyline of New York City, with iconic elements like skyscrapers and a bridge, highlighting the city's growth.\u003cbr\u003e  - The text \"GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 1898 1948 GREATER NEW YORK CITY\" is prominently displayed in a decorative font, marking the occasion and timeline.\u003cbr\u003e  - The text \"First Day of Issue\" is printed at the top left, indicating the envelope's collectible status.\u003cbr\u003e  - A small logo, likely from the cachet designer (possibly ArtCraft, a common producer of such envelopes), is visible in the bottom left corner.\u003cbr\u003e- **Postmark:** \u003cbr\u003e  - A circular postmark reads \"New York, N.Y., Jul 31, 9:00 AM, 1948,\" marking the official first day of issue for these stamps.\u003cbr\u003e- **Additional Markings:** \u003cbr\u003e  - The text \"FIRST DAY OF ISSUE\" is printed to the right of the stamps, reinforcing the envelope's significance as a philatelic item.\u003cbr\u003e- **Condition:** The envelope appears to be in good condition, typical of a well-preserved collectible from the late 1940s, with some minor signs of aging such as slight discoloration around the edges (based on the image provided).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis First Day of Issue envelope is a piece of postal and historical significance, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the consolidation of Greater New York City in 1898, a pivotal moment that shaped the modern metropolis. It serves as a meaningful addition to any stamp collection, historical memorabilia, or a keepsake for those interested in the history of New York City and its development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46165244018852,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/C55295A0-6278-4F83-BFBB-448D4D4FCF51.jpg?v=1724874977","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1948-golden-anniversary-of-new-york-city-05-cent-4-stamps","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}