U.S. Postal Card 100th Anniversary, September 14, 1973

This First Day Cover is itself a reproduction of the original 1873 U.S. Postal Card, printed in deep rose/crimson on cream stock with an ornate lace-like border. The imprinted stamp vignette depicts a female profile (Liberty) with 'U.S. POSTAGE SIX CENTS' in an oval frame. The cover commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the U.S. Postal Card (1873-1973), with text noting 'First U.S. Postal Card Adapted to Commemorate Its 100th Anniversary 1873-1973.' A circular hand-applied postmark from Washington, DC dated SEP 14 1973 is present, along with 'FIRST DAY OF ISSUE' printed text and the Fleetwood maker's mark.

This First Day Cover commemorates the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Postal Card (1873-1973). The cachet features a reproduction of the original 1873 postal card design with an ornate deep rose/crimson border and a 6-cent Liberty vignette on cream stock. The stamp is an imprinted design matching the cachet, with a circular Washington, DC postmark dated September 14, 1973. The postmark is a simple black circular cancellation. The cover is in excellent condition with clear, legible text and artwork.