Scott #1436 San Juan Puerto Rico 1971 First Day Cover FDC Artmaster

Description

This collectible philatelic First Day Cover (FDC) commemorates the 450th Anniversary of San Juan, Puerto Rico. It features the United States Scott #1436 8c San Juan, Puerto Rico stamp, depicting the historic El Morro Fortress. The stamp was officially issued on September 12, 1971, with the first day of issue cancellation applied in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The cachet, created by Artmaster, beautifully illustrates a prominent palm tree in the foreground with the iconic El Morro Fortress visible in the background. The cachet text reads "450th ANNIVERSARY," "San Juan," "PUERTO RICO," and "1521-1971," along with "First Day of Issue." The cover bears a clear "FIRST DAY OF ISSUE" postmark from San Juan, P.R., dated SEP 12 1971. This FDC is addressed to Roger P. Fickenscher in Erie, Pa. 16511, making it a wonderful piece for any collector of U.S. FDCs, Bicentennial-era philately, or those interested in historical anniversaries and cachet art.