This collectible United States postal history item is a First Day Cover commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the United Nations. The journey of this philatelic piece began in New York, N.Y., on November 21, 1970, marked by its distinct postmarks. The cover features an attractive cachet by Fleetwood, visually celebrating "A Quarter Century of Service to Humanity" with the UN25 logo and the United Nations emblem.
The cover bears two United States postage stamps, Scott Catalogue #1416, each with a denomination of 6 cents, issued specifically for the United Nations 25th Anniversary. These stamps depict the 'UN UN' design with the UN emblem. The postal markings include a clear "NEW YORK, N.Y. NOV 21 1970" circular date stamp (CDS) and a prominent "FIRST DAY OF ISSUE" handstamp, signifying its special status to philatelists and collectors of United Nations memorabilia. This FDC represents a significant moment in both US postal history and international relations.
Era/Subject: United Nations 25th Anniversary First Day Cover Date: November 21, 1970 Origin: New York, N.Y., United States Destination: Not addressed Stamp(s) Used: Scott #1416 (Two 6-cent stamps, United Nations 25th Anniversary) Postmarks: "NEW YORK, N.Y. NOV 21 1970" circular date stamp Markings: "FIRST DAY OF ISSUE" handstamp, Fleetwood cachet Addressee/Sender: Not visible Envelope Type: First Day Cover with pictorial cachet