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Canada First Day Covers (General)
common1900-1945

Canada First Day Covers (General)

Canada · 1900 ·

This listing represents a general category for Canadian First Day Covers (FDCs). An FDC is an envelope or card bearing a stamp, postmarked on the day the stamp was first issued for sale. These items are popular with collectors as they combine the stamp with a commemorative cachet (artwork) and a dated postmark, creating a unique philatelic souvenir.

First Day Covers have been a popular collecting specialty since the early 20th century, documenting the release of new postage stamps and often commemorating significant national events, figures, or culture.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$2
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.