{"product_id":"1960-pony-express-100th-anniversary-first-day-cover-sacramento-california-fdc","title":"1960 Pony Express 100th Anniversary – First Day Cover | Sacramento, California fdc","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis dramatic 1960 United States First Day Cover commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Pony Express. Featuring a bold “100th Anniversary” cachet with a galloping rider and a route map, plus the official 4¢ stamp, it is a classic collectible for Western history, transportation, and U.S. commemorative 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: July 19, 1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sacramento, California\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: Pony Express 100th Anniversary | 1860–1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Marks the centennial of the legendary Pony Express mail service that operated between St. Joseph, Missouri, and Sacramento, California, in 1860–1861, symbolizing speed, courage, and the spirit of the American West\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Market Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: $6–$16 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 Pony Express 100th Anniversary First Day Cover displays a large, eye-catching cachet with “100th Anniversary” lettering, a galloping Pony Express rider, and a map showing the route from St. Joseph to Sacramento. The matching 4¢ brown stamp depicts the rider in action, paired with the Sacramento first day postmark and a special “Founders – Russell, Majors, Waddell” pictorial cancel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold “100th Anniversary of the Pony Express” cachet with rider and route map\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial 4¢ “Pony Express” commemorative stamp with galloping rider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircular Sacramento, Calif. postmark dated Jul 19, 9 AM, 1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial “Founders – Russell, Majors, Waddell” pictorial cancel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArt Craft cachet imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly appealing to collectors of Western Americana, Pony Express history, U.S. transportation-themed stamps, or 1960 centennial issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued on July 19, 1960, in Sacramento, California—the western terminus of the Pony Express—this First Day Cover celebrates the 100th anniversary of the famous 1,900-mile mail service. Organized by Russell, Majors, and Waddell, the Pony Express operated for only 18 months but became an enduring symbol of courage and the opening of the American West. It was eventually replaced by the transcontinental telegraph.\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 Pony Express centennial covers from 1960 are popular among Western and postal history collectors. Clean examples with both cancels typically sell in the $6–$16 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 Pony Express and Western Americana philately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts of 19th-century mail service history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of 1960 centennial commemoratives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral First Day Cover collectors focusing on transportation or U.S. history themes\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 includes a clear map showing the full Pony Express route and the famous “10 days” delivery time. The special founders cancel honors Russell, Majors, and Waddell, the three men who organized the service. Issued from the western end in Sacramento, this cover carries strong geographic authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdd this rare \u003cstrong\u003ePony Express 100th Anniversary\u003c\/strong\u003e First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51296611467428,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260406105302.jpg?v=1775498082","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1960-pony-express-100th-anniversary-first-day-cover-sacramento-california-fdc","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}