{"product_id":"1961-senator-george-w-norris-100th-anniversary-of-birth-first-day-cover-washington-d-c","title":"1961 Senator George W. Norris 100th Anniversary of Birth – First Day Cover | Washington, D.C.","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis dignified 1961 United States First Day Cover honors Senator George W. Norris of Nebraska on the 100th anniversary of his birth. Featuring a formal portrait cachet with the U.S. Capitol and Norris Dam, plus the official 4¢ stamp, it is a meaningful collectible for American political history and progressive reform 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 11, 1961\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Washington, D.C.\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: 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Senator George W. Norris | 1861–1961\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Commemorates George William Norris (1861–1944), a leading progressive Senator from Nebraska who championed public power, rural electrification, and democratic reforms over four decades in Congress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Market Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: $6–$14 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 1961 George W. Norris 100th Anniversary First Day Cover displays a seated portrait of Senator Norris alongside an illustration of the U.S. Capitol and Norris Dam. The matching 4¢ stamp shows Norris with the inscription “Gentle Knight of Progressive Ideals,” canceled by the Washington, D.C. first day postmark and a special pictorial cancel featuring the dam.\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 cachet of Senator George W. Norris with Capitol and Norris Dam illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial 4¢ “George W. Norris” commemorative stamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircular Washington, D.C. postmark dated Jul 11, 9 A.M., 1961\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial pictorial cancel with dam and landscape motifs\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 Ideal for collectors of U.S. Senate history, progressive reformers, Nebraska political figures, or 1961 commemorative First Day Covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued on July 11, 1961, in Washington, D.C., this First Day Cover marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Senator George W. Norris. A staunch progressive, Norris served in Congress from 1903 to 1943 and was instrumental in creating the Tennessee Valley Authority and other public power projects while fighting for labor rights and against conservative policies.\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 Art Craft covers from the 1961 Norris issue are popular among political history collectors. Clean examples typically sell in the $6–$14 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 U.S. Senate and progressive political history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNebraska and Midwestern political history enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of public power and reform-themed philately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral First Day Cover collectors focusing on 1961 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 includes Norris Dam, one of the major public power projects Norris helped champion. The 100th anniversary timing adds centennial significance. The stamp’s nickname “Gentle Knight of Progressive Ideals” reflects the respect Norris earned across party lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdd this rare \u003cstrong\u003eSenator George W. Norris 100th Anniversary\u003c\/strong\u003e First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51296674021540,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260406112832.jpg?v=1775500987","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1961-senator-george-w-norris-100th-anniversary-of-birth-first-day-cover-washington-d-c","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}