{"product_id":"electric-car-1981-first-day-cover-transportation-coil-series","title":"Electric Car – 1981 First Day Cover | Transportation Coil Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep back in time with this 1981 First Day Cover, featuring the Electric Car from the U.S. Transportation Coil Series, a tribute to early automotive innovation. This collectible is perfect for stamp collectors and history enthusiasts interested in the evolution of transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🧾 Key Points:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnited States of America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDate of Issue:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eJune 25, 1981\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCity of Cancellation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGreenfield Village, MI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStamp Value:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e17¢\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTheme:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eElectric Car | Transportation History\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHighlights the early adoption of electric vehicles in the 1910s, showcasing a pioneering era in automotive history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEstimated Market Value:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e$5–$15 USD, depending on condition and demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🖼️ Product Overview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1981 Electric Car First Day Cover celebrates the early 20th-century electric vehicle, part of the U.S. Transportation Coil Series, with a design that captures the elegance of the era. The stamp and cachet together evoke a sense of nostalgia for the dawn of modern transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStamp Image:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures a 1917 Electric Auto with \"USA 17¢\" and \"Electric Auto 1917\" text, rendered in a classic blue hue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCachet Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDepicts an electric car alongside a horse-drawn carriage, emphasizing the transition in transportation methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eText:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIncludes \"Electric Car 17¢ Coil Stamp–1981\" and \"Transportation Coil Series.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cover appeals to collectors of transportation-themed stamps, automotive history enthusiasts, and philatelists interested in U.S. coil stamp series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📚 Historical Context:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIssued on June 25, 1981, in Greenfield Village, MI, this First Day Cover commemorates the electric car, a notable innovation from the early 1900s. Greenfield Village, part of The Henry Ford museum complex dedicated to American innovation, was a fitting location for this issuance, reflecting its focus on historical technology. This stamp is part of the U.S. Postal Service’s Transportation Coil Series, which honors various modes of transport throughout history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e💎 Collectible Value:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Market Value or Rarity:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis First Day Cover is moderately available, with a market value of $5–$15 USD based on condition and demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Would Be Interested:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of U.S. transportation-themed stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomotive history enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhilatelists specializing in coil stamp series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✨ Unexpected or Notable Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cachet’s illustration of a horse-drawn carriage alongside the electric car highlights the transitional period in transportation history, adding depth to its narrative. The issuance at Greenfield Village ties the stamp to a location renowned for preserving automotive heritage, enhancing its historical significance. The elegant design of the 1917 electric car reflects the sophistication of early electric vehicles, often overlooked in modern narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this rare Electric Car First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Tags:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e#FirstDayCover #USStamps #TransportationHistory #ElectricCar #StampCollecting #RareStamps\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51014118408356,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/05092025_038.jpg?v=1749096420","url":"https:\/\/fdc-vault.com\/products\/electric-car-1981-first-day-cover-transportation-coil-series","provider":"Maple Springs - FDC Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}