Discover this beautiful 1992 First Day Cover (FDC) featuring the Scott #2676 29c Pasqueflower stamp. This philatelic collectible was officially issued on July 24, 1992, with its First Day of Issue postmark from Columbus, Ohio. The cover showcases a single Pasqueflower stamp, a vibrant addition to any stamp collection.

The cachet on this FDC is a highlight, featuring a detailed artistic illustration of three delicate white and light blue pasqueflowers with bright yellow centers, set against a verdant green background. Below the artwork, the cachet clearly identifies the flower as "Pasqueflower" and notes "SOUTH DAKOTA," where it is the state flower. The reverse side of the cover is equally informative, bearing the legend "OFFICIAL FIRST DAY COVER" and "NATIONAL WILDFLOWER RESEARCH CENTER," along with a comprehensive botanical description of the Pasqueflower (Anemone patens) and a map illustrating its native range in the United States. This FDC is unaddressed, preserving its pristine presentation.

This First Day Cover represents a significant piece for collectors of FDCs, wildflower stamps, or those interested in US philately from the 1990s. The detailed cachet and clear postmark make this Pasqueflower FDC a wonderful addition, offering both aesthetic appeal and historical context of the stamp's issuance.

Event: First Day of Issue
Scott #: 2676
Stamp Subject: Pasqueflower
Stamp Format: Single
Date of Issue: July 24, 1992
First Day City: Columbus, OH
Cachet Maker: National Wildflower Research Center (Horticultural)
Cachet Description: Front features an illustration of three white/light blue pasqueflowers with yellow centers against a green background, with text "Pasqueflower SOUTH DAKOTA". Back features "OFFICIAL FIRST DAY COVER NATIONAL WILDFLOWER RESEARCH CENTER", botanical description of Pasqueflower (Anemone patens), and a US map highlighting its range.
Postmarks: Circular "COLUMBUS, OH JUL 24 1992 43216" cancel; "FIRST DAY OF ISSUE" text cancel.