{"product_id":"1975-francis-parkman-3-first-day-cover","title":"1975 Francis Parkman 3¢ First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Art Craft cachet First Day Cover features the 3¢ Francis Parkman coil stamp from the Prominent Americans series, postmarked on its official first day of issue, May 4, 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrancis Parkman (1823–1893) was a pioneering American historian whose works chronicled the exploration and conflicts of the American West, including his acclaimed seven-volume series beginning with \u003cem\u003eThe Oregon Trail\u003c\/em\u003e. His scholarship helped shape the nation's understanding of its frontier heritage during the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cover highlights the coil format of the stamp and includes a dramatic illustration of Native American warriors on horseback, reflecting the Western themes central to Parkman's writings. The cachet also notes his lifespan and series affiliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA strong addition for collectors of the Prominent Americans series, Art Craft cachets, or American West topical FDCs, this example remains in clean condition with clear strikes and appealing graphics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51394937979044,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260702111358.jpg?v=1783043663","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1975-francis-parkman-3-first-day-cover","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}