This is an official Art Craft First Day Cover for the 1965 U.S. 5¢ Crusade Against Cancer commemorative stamp, postmarked in Washington, DC on April 1, 1965. The multicolor cachet honors the men and women engaged in cancer control through research, education, and service under the auspices of the American Cancer Society.
Issued during a period of growing national focus on public health, the stamp underscores the mid-1960s campaign to raise awareness and funding for cancer research and early detection programs. The design prominently features the caduceus intertwined with a microscope and the slogan “Early Diagnosis Saves Lives.”
A notable detail is the cachet’s photographic inset showing a researcher at a microscope alongside surgical imagery, emphasizing both laboratory science and clinical care. The cover is clearly marked “Official First Day Cover” by Art Craft.
A fine addition to any medical-topical or American Cancer Society collection, this well-preserved FDC displays strong visual appeal and clear postal markings.
