Value: 66¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue:Â Â September 29, 2018
First Day City:Â Â Fort Worth, Texas
Printed by:Â Â Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method:Â Â Offset
Format:Â Â Panes of 20
Celebrate Hot Wheels’ 50th anniversary with a stamp featuring the iconic Rodger Dodger car on the classic orange track. The First Day of Issue took place at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth.
The USPS released a set of 10 stamps, each showcasing a different beloved Hot Wheels car speeding along the vibrant orange track. The featured cars include Purple Passion, Rocket-Bye-Baby, Rigor Motor, Rodger Dodger, Mach Speeder, Twin Mill, Bone Shaker, HW40, Deora II, and Sharkruiser.
Delve into Hot Wheels history, where the 1974 blue Rodger Dodger stands as a sought-after collector’s item. Based on the 1973 Dodge Charger SE, it featured a distinctive design with oversized engines and fiery flames, capturing the excitement of street races. The rarity of the blue Rodger Dodger, with only seven produced, makes it a coveted item among enthusiasts. The quest for this Holy Grail has driven collectors to pay high prices, emphasizing its iconic status in the world of collectibles.
