This Artmaster cachet First Day Cover features the 4¢ Champion of Liberty stamp honoring Gustaf Mannerheim, issued October 26, 1960, in Washington, D.C. The cover displays a detailed portrait of the Finnish leader alongside a map of Finland and a small equestrian silhouette.
Gustaf Mannerheim (1867–1951) served as a key military commander during Finland’s wars of independence and later as president, guiding the nation through its early years of sovereignty amid complex relations with neighboring powers.
The Artmaster design includes the bilingual “Champion of Liberty / Liberator of Finland” text and a crisp map insert, typical of the series’ elegant engraved style.
Addressed to Mr. Robert Sullivan in Lawrence, N.Y., the cover reflects mid-century suburban Long Island postal history.
A clean, well-centered example ideal for Champion of Liberty or worldwide statesman topical collections.
