Dahlia – 1981 First Day Cover | Garden Beauty

This 1981 Dahlia First Day Cover showcases the elegant dahlia flower, a favorite of Empress Josephine, making it a delightful collectible U.S. stamp for gardening and history enthusiasts.

🧾 Key Points:

• Country: United States of America
• Date of Issue: April 23, 1981
• City of Cancellation: Fort Valley, GA
• Stamp Value: 18¢
• Theme: Dahlia | Floral Heritage
• Historical or Cultural Relevance: Celebrates the dahlia’s transition from a food crop to a beloved garden flower, popularized by Empress Josephine
• Estimated Market Value: $5–$15 USD, depending on condition and demand

🖼️ Dahlia Stamp Design and Overview:

The U.S. stamp 1981 features a vibrant illustration of dahlia flowers with Japanese-style artistry, paired with a cachet that highlights the flower’s beauty.

Design Elements:

• Stamp image of a dahlia bloom with "Dahlia USA 18¢" label
• Cachet showing a detailed dahlia flower with green leaves
• Text on cachet: "Long considered a food crop, this garden beauty owes its tremendous popularity to Empress Josephine"
• Postmark with "First Day of Issue" and "Fort Valley, GA" details
• Chinese characters and artist signature on the cachet

Appeal to Collectors:

This vintage Dahlia stamp collectible appeals to U.S. stamp collectors, gardening enthusiasts, and those interested in floral history.

📚 Historical Context:

Issued on April 23, 1981, in Fort Valley, GA, this First Day Cover honors the dahlia, a flower with roots as a food crop in Central America before becoming a garden staple. The stamp’s design reflects its cultural journey, popularized by Empress Josephine in Europe, and marks a tribute to horticultural heritage. This collectible U.S. stamp is part of the U.S. Postal Service’s series celebrating flowers and plants.

💎 Collectible Value:

Typical Market Value or Rarity:

Valued at $5–$15 USD, this collectible U.S. stamp is moderately available but prized for its floral and historical significance.

Who Would Be Interested:

• U.S. postal history collectors
• Gardening and floral art enthusiasts
• Collectors of botanical-themed stamps

✨ Unexpected or Notable Details:

The inclusion of Japanese-style artwork adds a unique cultural flair to the stamp’s design. The issuance in Fort Valley, GA, known for its agricultural heritage, complements the dahlia’s historical use as a food crop. The reference to Empress Josephine ties the stamp to an international horticultural legacy.

Add this rare Dahlia First Day Cover to your collection today!

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