{"product_id":"1960-american-credo-series-thomas-jefferson-first-day-cover-monticello-station","title":"1960 American Credo Series – Thomas Jefferson First Day Cover | Monticello Station","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHere are the product descriptions for the four uploaded 1960 First Day Covers, written in your requested format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1960 American Credo Series – Thomas Jefferson First Day Cover | Monticello Station\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis elegant 1960 United States First Day Cover belongs to the popular American Credo series and features Thomas Jefferson’s famous quote: “I have sworn... Hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man.” With an Artmaster cachet showing Jefferson’s portrait and Monticello, plus the 4¢ Credo stamp, it is a patriotic collectible for American history and founding fathers enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🧾 Key Points:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e: United States of America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e: May 18, 1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Charlottesville, Virginia (Monticello Sta.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamp Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4¢\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme\u003c\/strong\u003e: American Credo Series – Thomas Jefferson | “I have sworn... Hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Honors Thomas Jefferson with one of his most powerful statements on intellectual freedom and opposition to tyranny, part of a series celebrating core American values\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Market Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: $5–$15 USD, depending on condition and demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🖼️ Product Overview:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe 1960 American Credo First Day Cover showcases an Artmaster cachet with a portrait of Thomas Jefferson and a large scroll bearing his famous quote against tyranny. A small illustration of Monticello (Jefferson’s home) appears below, paired with the 4¢ Credo stamp and the Monticello Station first day postmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortrait of Thomas Jefferson with his quote on a scroll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall illustration of Monticello\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial 4¢ “American Credo” stamp featuring the quote and Jefferson signature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear circular Charlottesville (Monticello Sta.), VA postmark dated May 18, 9 AM, 1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Artmaster” cachet signature and “American Credo Series 1960” text\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for collectors of the American Credo series, Thomas Jefferson topical stamps, patriotic U.S. history, or Artmaster First Day Covers from 1960.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued on May 18, 1960, at Monticello Station in Charlottesville, Virginia (Jefferson’s home), this First Day Cover is part of the U.S. Postal Service’s American Credo series highlighting foundational American beliefs. Jefferson’s quote emphasizes his lifelong commitment to freedom of thought and resistance to tyranny, principles that guided his authorship of the Declaration of Independence and his presidency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e💎 Collectible Value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Market Value or Rarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artmaster-produced American Credo First Day Covers from 1960 are widely available and popular. Clean examples with sharp cancellations generally sell in the $5–$15 range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Would Be Interested:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of the American Credo series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThomas Jefferson and founding fathers enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of patriotic and motto-themed philately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral First Day Cover collectors specializing in Artmaster cachets or 1960 issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e✨ Unexpected or Notable Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe cachet’s large scroll dramatically presents Jefferson’s powerful anti-tyranny quote, creating an almost historical document feel. The issuance from Monticello Station adds strong personal and geographic significance. The 4¢ stamp includes Jefferson’s signature, reinforcing the personal nature of the credo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdd this rare \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Credo – Thomas Jefferson\u003c\/strong\u003e First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51296607994020,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260406104141.jpg?v=1775497749","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1960-american-credo-series-thomas-jefferson-first-day-cover-monticello-station","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}