This Art Craft First Day Cover features the 1970 U.S. Christmas 6¢ stamp, postmarked on its first day of issue in Washington, DC on November 5, 1970. The cachet is titled “Toys in the Attic” and depicts a charming assortment of vintage playthings arranged around gift boxes and holly.
The stamp itself shows a doll seated in a wicker carriage, continuing the U.S. Postal Service’s tradition of issuing special Christmas stamps that highlight seasonal imagery and childhood themes. In 1970, these colorful holiday issues were especially popular with collectors and the general public alike.
A notable detail is the cachet’s cohesive design: the antique toys illustrated—including a steam locomotive, rocking horse, tricycle, and doll carriage—echo the stamp’s motif while evoking nostalgic “toys in the attic” memories. The Art Craft branding appears in the lower left corner.
This cover makes an appealing addition to any Christmas topical or U.S. stamp collection, with sharp corners, clean cachet, and a clear first-day cancel that displays beautifully.
