{"product_id":"1955-regular-postage-john-marshall-10-cents","title":"1955 Regular Postage, John Marshall .10 Cents","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a First Day of Issue envelope commemorating the 40th anniversary of John Marshall's tenure as Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, featuring a U.S. postage stamp from the Regular Postage Series of 1954-56. The envelope is a collectible item for philatelists, honoring Marshall's significant contributions to American jurisprudence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Product Description:**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- **Title:** John Marshall 40th Anniversary First Day of Issue Envelope\u003cbr\u003e- **Issue Date:** September 24, 1955\u003cbr\u003e- **Location of Issue:** Richmond, Virginia (postmarked with the date and time: 9:00 AM, Sep 24, 1955)\u003cbr\u003e- **Stamp Included:** \u003cbr\u003e  - A single 40-cent U.S. postage stamp from the Regular Postage Series of 1954-56.\u003cbr\u003e  - The stamp features a portrait of John Marshall, depicted in traditional attire, with the text \"U.S. Postage 40¢\" and \"John Marshall 1755-1835\" printed on it. The stamp is in a deep red color.\u003cbr\u003e- **Cachet (Design on Envelope):**\u003cbr\u003e  - The left side of the envelope features a detailed black-and-white portrait of John Marshall, similar to the one on the stamp, set within a rectangular frame.\u003cbr\u003e  - Below the portrait, there is an illustration of a scale of justice and an open book, symbolizing Marshall's role in shaping the U.S. legal system.\u003cbr\u003e  - The text \"JOHN MARSHALL, CHIEF JUSTICE - U.S. SUPREME COURT 1801-1835\" is printed to the left of the illustration, providing historical context.\u003cbr\u003e  - The phrase \"40¢ 1755-1835 REGULAR POSTAGE SERIES OF 1954-56\" is prominently displayed below, indicating the stamp's denomination, Marshall's lifespan, and the series it belongs to.\u003cbr\u003e  - The text \"First Day of Issue\" is printed at the top left, within a decorative border, marking 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 \"Richmond, VA, Sep 24, 9:00 AM, 1955,\" marking the official first day of issue for this stamp.\u003cbr\u003e- **Additional Markings:** \u003cbr\u003e  - The text \"FIRST DAY OF ISSUE\" is printed to the right of the stamp, 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 mid-1950s, 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 history that honors John Marshall, one of the most influential Chief Justices in U.S. history, known for establishing key principles of American constitutional law. It serves as a meaningful addition to any stamp collection or a historical keepsake for those interested in American legal history or the legacy of the Supreme Court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46139359625380,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/DB02BA7E-0156-4F21-9AC9-86A09A62C60C.jpg?v=1723945135","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1955-regular-postage-john-marshall-10-cents","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}