{"product_id":"1981-flowers-of-america-first-day-cover-dahlia-lily","title":"1981 Flowers of America – First Day Cover | Dahlia \u0026 Lily","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis beautiful 1981 First Day Cover from the popular Flowers of America series features the vibrant Dahlia and Lily with colorful 18¢ stamps and a detailed black-and-white ArtCraft cachet. A lovely collectible for flower lovers, nature enthusiasts, and topical philatelists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🧾 Key Points:\u003c\/h2\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 April 23, 1981\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fort Valley, GA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamp Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18¢ each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers of America | Dahlia \u0026amp; Lily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celebrates two iconic American garden flowers—the Dahlia and the Lily—showcasing the beauty and diversity of horticulture in the United States\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\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🖼️ Product Overview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis First Day Cover highlights the two 18¢ Flowers of America stamps: the Dahlia and the Lily. The left side features a striking black-and-white ArtCraft cachet displaying detailed illustrations of both flowers against a soft background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair of 18¢ stamps: Dahlia USA 18c and Lily USA 18c in vibrant color on pink background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProminent circular black postmark: “FORT VALLEY, GA APR 23 1981 31030”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cachet illustrations of a Dahlia and a Lily with clear labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant script title “Flowers of America 1981” with ArtCraft logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Official First Day of Issue” at the top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePerfect for flower and nature topical collectors, gardening enthusiasts, and fans of the Flowers of America series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued on April 23, 1981, in Fort Valley, Georgia, this pair of stamps was part of the popular Flowers of America booklet pane series. The Dahlia and Lily represent two beloved garden flowers widely cultivated across the United States. The booklet format allowed collectors to enjoy multiple flower designs in one convenient pane, making these issues especially popular with nature and topical collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e💎 Collectible Value:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTypical Market Value or Rarity:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAs an attractive ArtCraft First Day Cover from the Flowers of America series with a clear Fort Valley cancellation and detailed cachet, it remains desirable for topical collections and is typically valued in the $5–$15 range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWho Would Be Interested:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of U.S. flower and nature topical stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts of gardening, horticulture, and floral design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhilatelists who appreciate booklet pane issues and botanical themes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose building collections around American flora and natural beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e✨ Unexpected or Notable Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe cachet presents the Dahlia and Lily in elegant black-and-white detail, creating a striking contrast with the vibrant color stamps. Issued in Fort Valley, Georgia—a town known for its peach orchards and floral heritage—the postmark adds a fitting Southern floral connection to this beautiful issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this rare 1981 Flowers of America First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51294311743652,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/05102025_056.jpg?v=1775157681","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1981-flowers-of-america-first-day-cover-dahlia-lily","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}