{"product_id":"1957-national-education-association-03-cents","title":"1957 National Education Association .03 Cents","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a First Day of Issue envelope commemorating the 100th anniversary of the National Education Association (NEA), featuring a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1957. The envelope is a collectible item for philatelists, honoring the contributions of American teachers and the NEA's century-long commitment to education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Product Description:**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- **Title:** 100th Anniversary National Education Association First Day of Issue Envelope\u003cbr\u003e- **Issue Date:** July 1, 1957\u003cbr\u003e- **Location of Issue:** Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (postmarked with the date and time: 9:00 AM, Jul 1, 1957)\u003cbr\u003e- **Stamp Included:** \u003cbr\u003e  - A single 3-cent U.S. postage stamp titled \"Honoring the Teachers of America, National Education Association 1857-1957.\"\u003cbr\u003e  - The stamp features an illustration of three figures, likely representing teachers, with one holding an open book. The design is in a reddish-pink color, with the text \"U.S. Postage 3¢\" printed on it.\u003cbr\u003e- **Cachet (Design on Envelope):**\u003cbr\u003e  - The left side of the envelope features a detailed black-and-white illustration of educational symbols, including a globe, an open book, a lamp of knowledge, and framed pictures on the wall showing a schoolhouse and the years \"1857\" and \"1957,\" marking the NEA's centennial.\u003cbr\u003e  - The text \"100th ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION\" is prominently displayed at the top, highlighting the occasion.\u003cbr\u003e  - Below the illustration, the phrase \"An Educated People Moves Freedom Forward\" is printed, reflecting the NEA's mission to advance education and its role in promoting freedom and democracy.\u003cbr\u003e  - The bottom left includes the NEA logo, featuring the years \"1857-1957\" and the text \"Centennial,\" along with the NEA initials.\u003cbr\u003e  - The text \"First Day of Issue\" is printed at the bottom, indicating the envelope's collectible status.\u003cbr\u003e  - A small signature or logo, possibly from the cachet designer (reading \"ArtCraft\"), is visible near the illustration.\u003cbr\u003e- **Postmark:** \u003cbr\u003e  - A circular postmark reads \"Philadelphia, PA, Jul 1, 9:00 AM, 1957,\" 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 late 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 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the National Education Association and the vital role of teachers in American society. It serves as a meaningful addition to any stamp collection or a historical keepsake for those interested in education history or mid-20th-century Americana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46139357954212,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/96020FED-AD9A-433E-B244-ED21433265FC.jpg?v=1723945045","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1957-national-education-association-03-cents","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}