James Hoban — Architect of the White House

The cachet features a yellow-toned architectural illustration of Hoban's original White House design, with the title 'James Hoban 1762-1831 Architect of the White House' in elegant script and serif type. A biographical text block in small italic and roman type describes Hoban's training in Dublin, his work in Charleston, and his role in designing and rebuilding the White House. Two stamps are affixed: a USA 18c and a USA 20c, both depicting James Hoban in a green coat alongside the White House facade. The postmark is a standard machine cancel from Washington, DC dated October 13, 1981 with ZIP 20013, accompanied by a 'FIRST DAY OF ISSUE' slogan cancel. The cover is in excellent condition with crisp colors and clean white envelope stock.

This First Day Cover features a detailed cachet with a yellow-toned architectural illustration of James Hoban's original design for the White House, accompanied by biographical text about Hoban. The cover includes two commemorative stamps, each depicting Hoban's portrait alongside the White House. The postmark is a circular cancellation with the date 'Oct 13, 1981' and the location 'Washington, DC.' The envelope is in good condition with clear printing and crisp artwork. The stamp values, 18c and 20c, are printed in the upper-right corner of the stamps.