Richard Nixon Resignation & Gerald Ford Succession First Day Covers, August 9 1974 Presidential History Set

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DESCRIPTION A historic pair of first day covers commemorating one of the most consequential transitions in modern American presidential history: Richard Nixon’s resignation and Gerald Ford’s succession on August 9, 1974. These covers capture the Watergate-era transfer of power in collectible postal form, making the set especially relevant for collectors of U.S. political memorabilia, presidential history, first day covers, and 1970s American ephemera. WORTH NOTING Pair of presidential history first day covers Commemorates Richard Nixon’s resignation on August 9, 1974 Commemorates Gerald Ford becoming President of the United States on August 9, 1974 Political and postal collectible tied to the Watergate era Clean white envelope presentation with printed presidential graphics Offered as first day covers only; book and other display items shown in photos are not included A strong search-relevant set for collectors of Nixon, Ford, Watergate, and U.S. presidential memorabilia MEASUREMENTS Each cover/envelope: approx. 6.5 in x 3.75 in Set includes: 2 first day covers Measurements are approximate CONDITION Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. Covers present well from the photos, with light toning, handling marks, corner wear, or minor storage wear possible due to age. This listing is for the first day covers only; any book, frame, or additional display material shown in photos is for staging/reference and is not included. Photographs are considered part of the condition description. FROM THE HOUSE This is the sort of political collectible that belongs in a serious cabinet of American history — small in scale, but tied to an enormous constitutional moment. It is well suited for the presidential memorabilia collector, the student of Watergate-era politics, or as an intelligent gift for someone who appreciates historic paper, postal history, and American political ephemera. ~ Maxwell ***IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION***This listing is for the FIRST DAY COVERS ONLY.Any books or other items shown or referenced are not included and are sold separately.