{"product_id":"1976-caesar-rodney-patriot-9-dover-de-first-day-cover","title":"1976 Caesar Rodney Patriot 9¢ Dover, DE First Day Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1976 First Day Cover features the 9¢ U.S. postage stamp honoring Caesar Rodney, issued on July 1, 1976, in Dover, Delaware. The cachet depicts a classic profile portrait of Rodney alongside text noting his role as the 33rd signer of the Declaration of Independence and his decisive vote for Delaware's delegates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaesar Rodney's midnight ride from Dover to Philadelphia in 1776 ensured Delaware's support for independence, breaking a tie among the colony's delegates. His action was pivotal during the heated debates leading to the adoption of the Declaration, making him a key figure in American Revolutionary history during the nation's bicentennial year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cover's design includes the official \"FIRST DAY OF ISSUE\" inscription on the stamp side and a detailed explanatory text block on the cachet, highlighting Rodney's lesser-known status as the \"33rd signer.\" The circular Dover, DE postmark dated July 1, 1976, ties directly to his hometown and the bicentennial celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA strong addition for collectors of Revolutionary War patriots, Declaration of Independence topicals, or bicentennial-era philately, this cover displays clean graphics and a crisp postmark in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51394942894244,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260702112058.jpg?v=1783043923","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1976-caesar-rodney-patriot-9-dover-de-first-day-cover","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}