This is a First Day Cover (FDC) featuring the "British Cattle" stamp issue from Great Britain. The cover includes a complete set of five definitive stamps depicting various British cattle breeds. Each stamp showcases detailed illustrations of these animals, celebrating the rich agricultural heritage.
The stamps present denominations of 31p (Moiled Cow), 28p (Welsh Black Bull), 26p (Hereford Bull), 20 1/2p (Chillingham Wild Bull), and 16p (Highland Cow). The cover features two distinct "FIRST DAY OF ISSUE - 6 MAR 1984 - DOVER, KENT" circular cancellations, confirming its status as a genuine First Day Cover. The front of the envelope is also adorned with additional illustrations of a Welsh Black Bull, a Highland Cow, and a similar cattle breed, alongside the prominent title "BRITISH CATTLE FIRST DAY OF ISSUE". This item is a single First Day Cover as pictured.
Verified Specifications: Brand/Maker: Royal Mail Item Type: First Day Cover (FDC) Era/Style: Modern Philatelic (1980s) Theme: British Cattle, Farm Animals, Livestock Denominations: 31p, 28p, 26p, 20 1/2p, 16p Cancellation Type: First Day of Issue (FDI) Cancellation Location: Dover, Kent Year of Issue: 1984 Country of Origin: Great Britain Included Components: One (1) First Day Cover with five affixed stamps and two cancellations, as pictured.