{"product_id":"1983-spanish-imperial-eagle-3-cent-first-day-cover-copy","title":"Fruit Bowl – 1989 First Day Cover | British Royal Mail","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"544\" data-start=\"227\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"366\" data-start=\"227\"\u003eBrighten your collection with this vibrant and joyful Fruit Bowl First Day Cover, issued by the British Royal Mail on January 31, 1989.\u003c\/strong\u003e A celebration of everyday beauty, this philatelic gem features a richly colored stamp and matching illustration capturing the charm and abundance of a classic fruit arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"549\" data-start=\"546\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"573\" data-start=\"551\"\u003e🧾 \u003cstrong data-end=\"573\" data-start=\"558\"\u003eKey Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1073\" data-start=\"575\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"606\" data-start=\"575\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"606\" data-start=\"577\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"588\" data-start=\"577\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e: United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"632\" data-start=\"607\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"632\" data-start=\"609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"624\" data-start=\"609\"\u003eYear Issued\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1989\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"662\" data-start=\"633\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"662\" data-start=\"635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"650\" data-start=\"635\"\u003eStamp Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19 pence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"701\" data-start=\"663\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"701\" data-start=\"665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"674\" data-start=\"665\"\u003eTheme\u003c\/strong\u003e: Still Life – Fruit Bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"806\" data-start=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"806\" data-start=\"704\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"724\" data-start=\"704\"\u003ePostmark Details\u003c\/strong\u003e: British Philatelic Bureau, Edinburgh | \u003cstrong data-end=\"804\" data-start=\"765\"\u003eFirst Day of Issue: 31 January 1989\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"963\" data-start=\"807\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"963\" data-start=\"809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"831\" data-start=\"809\"\u003eCultural Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Showcasing British artistic interpretations of still life, the stamp reflects national appreciation for vibrant, everyday imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1078\" data-start=\"1075\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1109\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003e🖼️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1109\" data-start=\"1088\"\u003eProduct Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1451\" data-start=\"1111\"\u003eThis First Day Cover features a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003ecolorful 19p stamp depicting a radiant fruit bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e overflowing with oranges, grapes, apples, and citrus—an ode to natural beauty. The complementary illustration by artist \u003cstrong data-end=\"1332\" data-start=\"1317\"\u003eRuth Sutton\u003c\/strong\u003e extends the theme with bold pastels, rhythmic shapes, and stylized patterns reminiscent of textile or folk art design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1477\" data-start=\"1453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1477\" data-start=\"1453\"\u003eArtistic Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1654\" data-start=\"1478\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1534\" data-start=\"1478\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1534\" data-start=\"1480\"\u003eStylized fruit in swirling forms and geometric borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1537\"\u003eMatching color palette between the stamp and cover illustration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1654\" data-start=\"1601\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1654\" data-start=\"1603\"\u003eElegant rose-design postmark unique to this edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1775\" data-start=\"1656\"\u003ePerfect for art lovers, food-themed collectors, or those drawn to everyday scenes transformed through expressive color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1780\" data-start=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1812\" data-start=\"1782\"\u003e📚 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1812\" data-start=\"1789\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2098\" data-start=\"1814\"\u003eThe late 1980s saw a resurgence of interest in colorful, expressive design in both fashion and visual arts across the UK. This stamp is part of a wider Royal Mail initiative to highlight \u003cstrong data-end=\"2034\" data-start=\"2001\"\u003eBritish art through philately\u003c\/strong\u003e, often focusing on accessible themes like nature and home life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2275\" data-start=\"2100\"\u003eThough not linked to a specific historical figure, this issue aligns with the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2213\" data-start=\"2178\"\u003epop-art-inspired visual culture\u003c\/strong\u003e and a growing appreciation for domestic beauty in public art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"2280\" data-start=\"2277\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2311\" data-start=\"2282\"\u003e💎 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2311\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003eCollectible Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2313\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2374\" data-start=\"2313\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2374\" data-start=\"2315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2325\" data-start=\"2315\"\u003eRarity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fairly common, especially among 1980s UK FDCs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2468\" data-start=\"2375\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2468\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2393\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003eMarket Range\u003c\/strong\u003e: $3–$7 USD (unframed), higher if in mint condition or part of a full set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2469\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2487\" data-start=\"2471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2484\" data-start=\"2471\"\u003eAppeal To\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2490\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2530\" data-start=\"2490\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2530\" data-start=\"2492\"\u003eUK and Commonwealth stamp collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2533\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003eArt-themed or still-life collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2575\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2577\"\u003eThose curating colorful or food-themed philatelic collections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"2643\" data-start=\"2640\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2685\" data-start=\"2645\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-end=\"2685\" data-start=\"2651\"\u003eUnexpected or Notable Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3084\" data-start=\"2687\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2789\" data-start=\"2687\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2789\" data-start=\"2689\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"2708\" data-start=\"2693\"\u003erose emblem\u003c\/strong\u003e in the postmark subtly nods to British floral heritage, despite the fruit theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2914\" data-start=\"2790\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2914\" data-start=\"2792\"\u003eThe handwritten style of the artist’s signature, “Ruth Sutton,” adds authenticity and artistic weight to the cover design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3084\" data-start=\"2915\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3084\" data-start=\"2917\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"2941\" data-start=\"2921\"\u003efruit bowl motif\u003c\/strong\u003e was also interpreted as symbolic of sharing abundance and joy—“Fruit makes a delicious gift to cheer up anyone’s day,” as quoted on the cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"3089\" data-start=\"3086\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3250\" data-start=\"3091\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50972332916900,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/03262025_007_f5a555d2-eb9c-4308-85c1-2620896abfc1.jpg?v=1747109853","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1983-spanish-imperial-eagle-3-cent-first-day-cover-copy","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}