{"product_id":"1987-lacemaking-first-day-cover-bobbin-lacemaking","title":"1987 Lacemaking – First Day Cover | Bobbin Lacemaking","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis delicate 1987 First Day Cover honors the traditional craft of lacemaking with a beautiful 22¢ stamp and a touching ArtCraft cachet depicting an elderly woman practicing bobbin lacemaking. A lovely collectible for textile arts enthusiasts and fans of traditional American crafts.\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 14, 1987\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ypsilanti, MI\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 Lacemaking | Bobbin Lacemaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celebrates the intricate art of bobbin lacemaking, a traditional European craft brought to America by immigrants and preserved as a cherished folk art\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¢ Lacemaking stamp displaying an elegant blue-and-white lace design. The left side shows a warm, detailed cachet of an elderly woman seated and skillfully working with bobbins and a pillow, evoking the patience and artistry of this traditional craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22¢ stamp with intricate blue lace pattern and “Lacemaking USA 22” inscription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProminent circular black postmark: “YPSILANTI, MI AUG 14 1987 48197”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCachet illustration of a woman engaged in bobbin lacemaking, captioned “BOBBIN LACEMAKING”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant script title “Lacemaking 1987” 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 enthusiasts of traditional crafts, textile arts, folk traditions, and those who appreciate graceful, feminine-themed cachets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued on August 14, 1987, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, this 22¢ stamp recognizes lacemaking as an important American folk art. Bobbin lacemaking involves skillfully manipulating dozens of bobbins wound with thread around pins on a pillow to create intricate patterns. The craft was brought to America by European immigrants and has been passed down through generations as a patient, artistic tradition.\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 with an attractive craft-themed cachet and clear cancellation, it remains desirable for topical 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. folk art and traditional crafts on stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts of lacemaking, needlework, and textile arts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhilatelists focused on women’s traditional skills and heritage crafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose building collections around American folk traditions and domestic arts\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 warmly portrays an elderly woman absorbed in her craft, with bobbins, pillow, and finished lace clearly visible—honoring the generations of women who preserved this intricate art. The blue lace design on the stamp beautifully complements the cachet’s theme. Issued in Ypsilanti, Michigan, the cover connects to a region with strong European immigrant heritage where such traditional crafts were often practiced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this rare 1987 Lacemaking 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":51294299652260,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/05102025_023.jpg?v=1775156571","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/1987-lacemaking-first-day-cover-bobbin-lacemaking","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}