1977 International Society of Postmasters Silver Proof Medallic First Day Cover - Antilles

1977 International Society of Postmasters Medallic First Day Cover

This is a commemorative Philatelic Numismatic Cover (PNC) issued in 1977 by the International Society of Postmasters. It is part of a limited edition, 36-medal set released between 1975 and 1977.

Key Features:

• Sterling Silver Proof Medal: The cover contains a limited edition, proof-quality sterling silver medal, which is part of a 36-medal collection. Each medal weighs 20 grams and is struck in 92.5% Sterling silver. The medal's design is a testament to a significant historical moment, featuring a bust or scene reflecting the commemorative person or event. In this specific case, the medal honours primitive rock paintings in the Netherlands Antilles. Other medals in the set commemorate events such as the 35th Anniversary of the United Nations and Queen Elizabeth's 80th birthday.
• First Day Cover (FDC): This is a first-day stamped envelope bearing a cancelled stamp from the country of origin, addressed to the original subscriber. The stamp is a specimen from the stamp issue on March 29, 1977, and would have been officially cancelled by the Post Office on that date.
• Certificate of Authenticity: The item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity on the reverse of the FDC, printed in both English and French. The certificate is signed by the President, Kenneth O. Strom, and the Secretary General, Gaston Meunier, of the International Society of Postmasters.
• Collection Details: This issue is one of 36 unique items in the complete collection. Subscribers to the series also received a hardbound fitted album to house the collection, which included individual index cards with vocabulary.

This is a highly sought-after collectible item that appeals to both philatelists (stamp collectors) and numismatists (coin and medal collectors), as well as those interested in art and cultural heritage.