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This great picture collage salutes Hot Air Ballooning. The collage features the First Day Cover of the stamp issued in honor of the 200th Anniversary of the first successful Hot Air Balloon flight that occurred in Paris in 1783. Overall, a great collectible for any aviation buff.

What is a “First Day Cover Collectible”?

When the US Post Office issues a new stamp it selects the date it will be released and the city that it will be placed on sale first. Usually, both the date and location of issuance is connected to the stamp’s subject. For example, the Post Office issued the Elvis Presley stamp in Memphis, Tennessee where Graceland is located. The date of issuance was January 8, 1993, the King’s birthday. On the first day, collectors submitted specially designed envelopes to the Postmaster in Memphis and got them stamped “First Day of Issue” to create a collectible. envelope honoring that flight highlighted by the stamp issued by the USA in honor of the event. Overall, a great collectible for any aviation buff.

The size of this matted picture is 8" x 10" and will fit any 8" x 10" inch frame. (a standard size). Solid Oak frames are available for an additional $20 with no increase in shipping charges. (This option does not apply when shipping outside the US. Please inquire as to what options are available.)

I make all these collages by hand. As a history buff as well as a lover of old movies and all types of sports, the key to each picture is the research behind it. Deciding what movies should go with a particular star or what game or series would best reflect a certain sports hero is crucial to a successful collage. I then design each picture individually and lay out the design on the mat. Finally, I cut each mat based on that design and assemble the collage.

Shipping and Handling is free for the United States. I accept PayPal as payment which is due within seven days of purchase. I make a daily trip to the Post Office so your item will normally ship within 24 hours after payment is received. Regardless of how many items you purchase at one time, you will only be charged one shipping fee. All other items are shipped free. If the E-Bay invoice does not reflect this, please contact me for a correct invoice.

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