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CollINS First Cachet
The 1978 Quiltmaking issue (Sc. 1745-1748) holds monumental significance because it represents Fred Collins' very first official hand-painted First Day Cover (FDC). Designated by collectors as "Collins 1st Cover" or cachet catalog number "A101," this debut launched a legendary career that ultimately led to Collins being voted the Cachet Maker of the Half Century (1951–2000) by the American First Day Cover Society.
Fred Collins is a legendary, award-winning cachetmaker. Producing covers commencing in 1978, his brand, Collins First Day Covers, is highly celebrated in the philatelic community for exceptional quality and unique hand-painted artistic designs.
Fred Collins past away in 2026.
Rare Collins Cover
157 of these 1978 Collins FDCs exist. This cover features the North American Wildlife stamps issued during the 1987 CAPEX stamp exhibition. This cover is hand-painted.
Fred Collins is a legendary, award-winning cachetmaker. Producing covers commencing in 1978, his brand, Collins First Day Covers, is highly celebrated in the philatelic community for exceptional quality and unique hand-painted artistic designs.
Fred Collins past away in 2026.
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