The Al Raddi Collection of Scott 1285 Albert Einstein FDCs (PDF Download) $8/$6 by Al Raddi AFDCS Exclusive! The Albert Einstein Prominent Americans 8-cent stamp was issued March 14, 1966, the 87th anniversary of Einstein's birth. In this monograph collector Al Raddi presents his diverse collection of first day covers for the stamp, ranging from covers by the major producers of the day to unique add-ons done by celebrated comic book artists nearly five decades later. The eclectic collection is a treat for both traditionalists and aficionados of modern caricature. The book features a thumbnail biography of Einstein, background information on the stamp, and a look at other Einstein stamps from around the world.