A747-1981 U.S. Space Accomplishments First Day Covers (Set of 4) Kennedy Space

🛰️ Title

1981 U.S. Space Accomplishments First Day Covers (Set of 4) – Kennedy Space Center Postmark – NASA Themed 18¢ Stamps

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📦 Category

Stamps > United States > Covers > First Day Covers (1951-Now) > Space / Topical

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🧾 Condition

Very Good Vintage Condition

All four envelopes are clean, unaddressed, and stamped “First Day of Issue” (Kennedy Space Center, FL – May 21, 1981). Light age-related toning on back flaps. No tears or major creases.

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🧠 Item Specifics

Type: First Day Cover (FDC)

Issue Date: May 21, 1981

Postmark: Kennedy Space Center, FL 32815

Stamp Denomination: 18¢

Series: “Space Accomplishments – Benefiting Mankind”

Designs Include:

1. Benefiting Mankind (rocket launch)

2. Exploring the Moon (astronaut on lunar surface)

3. Probing the Planets (spacecraft near Saturn)

4. Benefiting Mankind (space shuttle)

Manufacturer: Fleetwood Cachet

Envelope Size: Standard #6½

Theme: NASA / Space Exploration / Apollo / Space Shuttle

Country: United States

Year of Issue: 1981

Unaddressed: Yes

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💷 Valuation & Recommended Listing

Type Estimated Value Range Recommended Price

Retail / Collector Value £8 – £12 (set of 4) £10.95

Auction Start (for interest) £4.99 (set of 4) Auction Option: £4.99 start

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💡 Recommendation

List as Buy It Now (£10.95) with the option for Best Offer.

Alternatively, set as an Auction starting at £4.99 for collector engagement — 7-day duration is ideal, ending Sunday evening (UK time).

Include keywords like “NASA Space Shuttle”, “Apollo”, “Kennedy Space Center”, “Fleetwood FDC”, “1981 stamps”, “space exploration” for maximum visibility.

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