{"product_id":"1965-international-co-operation-year-nepal-first-day-cover-peace-progress","title":"1965 International Co-operation Year – Nepal First Day Cover | Peace \u0026 Progress","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis elegant 1965 First Day Cover from Nepal commemorates the International Co-operation Year alongside the 20th anniversary of the United Nations. Featuring Nepalese and UN flags with a handshake cachet, it provides a distinctive Himalayan perspective on the global theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Points:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nepal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e: October 24, 1965\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Kathmandu (implied by postmark)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamp Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 Rupee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme\u003c\/strong\u003e: International Co-operation Year 1965 | 20th Anniversary United Nations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Marks Nepal’s participation in the UN International Co-operation Year while celebrating two decades of the United Nations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Market Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: $8–$18 USD, depending on condition and demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eProduct Overview:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Nepal cover uses a simple yet symbolic black-and-white design with national and UN flags rising from a handshake wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCachet showing Nepalese flag and UN flag with a large handshake below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle 1 Rupee stamp with yellow handshake and laurel wreath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiagonal “First Day of Issue” postmark dated 24-10-1965\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eText “Peace \u0026amp; Progress through Co-operation” and “20th Anniversary United Nations”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e This cover appeals to collectors of Himalayan and South Asian philately, UN anniversary issues, and flag-themed postal items. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued on United Nations Day 1965, this First Day Cover simultaneously honors the International Co-operation Year and the founding of the UN, reflecting Nepal’s growing engagement with international organizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCollectible Value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Market Value or Rarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nepal covers from this series are relatively scarce and generally valued at $8–$18 for attractive examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Would Be Interested:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNepal and Himalayan philatelists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnited Nations 20th anniversary collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThematic enthusiasts of flags and cooperation symbols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eUnexpected or Notable Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe cachet creatively shows both the Nepalese national flag and the UN flag emerging from the same laurel base, visually linking national identity with global unity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdd this rare \u003cstrong\u003e1965 Nepal International Co-operation Year\u003c\/strong\u003e First Day Cover to your collection today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Maple Springs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51302793838756,"sku":null,"price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260413100521.jpg?v=1776111750","url":"https:\/\/maplespringsllc.com\/products\/1965-international-co-operation-year-nepal-first-day-cover-peace-progress","provider":"Maple Springs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}