Energy Conservation Stamp with Mesa Verde Cachet

The cachet features a woodcut-style illustration of the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings in Colorado, depicted in brown, yellow, and green tones, with terraced agricultural fields visible on the hillside above. Below the artwork, text explains that the cave dwellings represent early energy conservation principles through passive solar design. The stamp is the 13-cent USA Energy Conservation issue showing a stylized sun and lightbulb design in red, orange, and yellow. The postmark is a circular hand cancellation from Washington, DC dated October 20, 1977.

This First Day Cover features artwork of the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings in Colorado, with terraced fields above, highlighting early energy conservation practices. The 13-cent stamp depicts a sun with rays and the words 'Energy Conservation.' The postmark is a circular cancellation from Washington, DC, dated October 20, 1977. The text on the cover explains the energy-efficient design of the dwellings. The cover is in good condition, with clear details and no visible damage.