{"product_id":"1983-omnibus-1880s-first-day-cover-transportation-series","title":"1983 Omnibus 1880s – First Day Cover | Transportation Series","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis elegant 1983 First Day Cover from the U.S. Postal Service’s Transportation Series showcases the iconic 1¢ Omnibus 1880s coil stamp, capturing the bustling street life of historic New York City. Featuring a detailed black-and-white cachet of a horse-drawn omnibus and an accompanying Surrey stamp, it’s a must-have for collectors of vintage transportation and urban American history.\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 August 19, 1983\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arlington, VA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamp Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1¢ (Omnibus); 18¢ (Surrey)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnibus 1880s | Transportation Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celebrates the horse-drawn omnibus that served as a vital public transportation link in 1880s New York City, connecting ferry terminals and major avenues before the era of electric trolleys and subways\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 1¢ Omnibus 1880s coil stamp as part of the ongoing Transportation Series, paired with the 18¢ Surrey 1890s stamp. The left side features a striking black-and-white ArtCraft cachet depicting a fully loaded New York omnibus pulled by two horses along Broadway to 23rd Street and the Wall Street Ferry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttached stamps: 18¢ Surrey 1890s and two 1¢ Omnibus 1880s coil stamps in blue ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProminent circular black postmark: “ARLINGTON, VA AUG 19 1983 22210”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cachet illustration of the New York Omnibus with passengers, driver, and route signage “BROADWAY to 23 ST \/ WALL ST FERRY \/ MADISON AV.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold title text: “NEW YORK OMNIBUS” and “Omnibus 1880’s 1¢ COIL STAMP” with “TRANSPORTATION SERIES 1983” below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Official First Day of Issue” at the top and ArtCraft producer logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“FIRST DAY OF ISSUE” printed in strong black lettering on the right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of the U.S. Transportation Series, vintage urban transit history, New York City memorabilia, and coil-stamp collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued on August 19, 1983, in Arlington, Virginia, this 1¢ coil stamp continues the U.S. Postal Service’s Transportation Series honoring classic American vehicles. The omnibus was a horse-drawn public conveyance that operated on fixed routes in major 19th-century cities, providing affordable transportation for everyday commuters and connecting key ferry landings to uptown avenues. This issuance pays tribute to the hardworking horses and drivers who kept New York moving before the advent of modern mass transit.\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 a well-designed ArtCraft First Day Cover from the popular Transportation Series with a clear cancellation and attractive multi-stamp layout, it offers good availability for collectors and is typically valued in the $5–$15 range in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWho Would Be Interested:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors specializing in U.S. Transportation Series stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts of 19th-century urban transportation and New York City history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhilatelists interested in coil stamps and multi-stamp combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose building collections on horse-drawn vehicles, omnibuses, and pre-automobile America\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 vividly recreates a bustling New York street scene with the omnibus clearly labeled for its exact route—Broadway to 23rd Street via the Wall Street Ferry and Madison Avenue—adding authentic historical detail. The inclusion of the 18¢ Surrey 1890s stamp alongside the Omnibus coil creates an attractive pairing of two different 19th-century horse-drawn vehicles on one cover. The postmark from Arlington, VA (home of many postal first-day ceremonies) neatly ties the entire Transportation Series theme together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this rare 1983 Omnibus 1880s First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51294295031972,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/05092025_087.jpg?v=1775154843","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1983-omnibus-1880s-first-day-cover-transportation-series","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}