{"product_id":"1986-benjamin-harrison-first-day-cover-twenty-third-president","title":"1986 Benjamin Harrison – First Day Cover | Twenty-third President","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis distinguished 1986 First Day Cover honors Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd President of the United States. The stamp features his portrait with a facsimile signature, while the cachet shows him proudly holding the Pan American Union banner—a direct tribute to his role in strengthening hemispheric relations.\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 May 22, 1986\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicago, IL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamp Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22¢\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benjamin Harrison | Twenty-third President (1889-1893)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commemorates Benjamin Harrison, grandson of William Henry Harrison, who served as President from 1889 to 1893 and was a key advocate for the Pan American Union, laying groundwork for modern inter-American cooperation\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 features the official 22¢ Benjamin Harrison commemorative stamp. The left side displays a large, dignified color portrait cachet of President Harrison holding the colorful Pan American Union banner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22¢ stamp with portrait of Benjamin Harrison and red facsimile signature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProminent circular black postmark: “CHICAGO MAY 22 ’86 60601”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cachet portrait of Harrison with “PAN AMERICAN UNION” banner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eText label: “Benjamin Harrison • Twenty-third President”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“FIRST DAY OF ISSUE” printed in strong lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIdeal for collectors of U.S. Presidents, political history, and Pan American Union commemoratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued on May 22, 1986, in Chicago, Illinois, this stamp honors Benjamin Harrison (1833–1901), the 23rd President. During his term, Harrison convened the first Pan American Conference, which led to the creation of the Pan American Union (predecessor to the Organization of American States). The cachet’s Pan American Union banner directly references this important diplomatic legacy. Chicago was chosen as the first-day city due to Harrison’s strong political ties to the region.\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 clean First Day Cover from the presidential series with an attractive cachet and clear Chicago cancellation, it holds steady appeal for presidential and historical collectors 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. Presidents on stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts of 19th-century American political history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhilatelists focused on Pan American Union and international diplomacy themes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose building comprehensive presidential First Day Cover collections\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 prominently features the colorful Pan American Union banner, highlighting an often-overlooked aspect of Harrison’s presidency—his leadership in fostering better relations with Latin American nations. The stamp includes his actual signature in red, adding a personal touch. Issued in Chicago, the cover connects to a major American city where Harrison had strong political support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this rare 1986 Benjamin Harrison First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51294298144932,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/05102025_013.jpg?v=1775156145","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1986-benjamin-harrison-first-day-cover-twenty-third-president","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}