{"product_id":"1965-regional-co-operation-for-development-pakistan-rcd-first-day-cover-trilateral-alliance-copy","title":"1965 International Co-operation Year – Suriname First Day Cover | 20 Years of the UN","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis vibrant 1965 First Day Cover from Suriname commemorates both the International Co-operation Year and the 20th anniversary of the United Nations with a bold orange-and-blue design featuring a globe and stars. It is a colorful addition to any collection focused on UN themes or Caribbean philately.\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: Suriname\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e: May 26, 1965\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCity of Cancellation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paramaribo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamp Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10c (orange) + 15c (red)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme\u003c\/strong\u003e: International Co-operation Year 1965 | 20 Jaar UNO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical or Cultural Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Celebrates two decades of the United Nations while highlighting global cooperation during the UN-designated International Co-operation Year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Market Value\u003c\/strong\u003e: $7–$15 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 Suriname 1965 First Day Cover uses strong graphic elements and bright colors to honor both the UN anniversary and the spirit of international collaboration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge orange cachet with globe, laurel wreath, stars, and text “SURINAME 1965” and “20 JAAR UNO”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair of matching handshake stamps (10c orange and 15c red) with laurel wreaths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircular postmark featuring a globe and “JAAR VAN INTERNATIONALE SAMENWERKING 1965”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Eerste Dag van Uitgifte” text on the cachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppeal to Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e This cover appeals to United Nations thematic collectors, Caribbean and Dutch colonial philately enthusiasts, and those who enjoy bold mid-1960s graphic designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIssued in 1965 as part of the worldwide observance of International Co-operation Year, this cover also marks the 20th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. Suriname, then part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, participated enthusiastically in the global philatelic tribute to multilateral cooperation.\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 These Suriname covers are moderately available but prized for their colorful design and dual theme; clean examples typically range from $7–$15.\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\u003eUnited Nations and International Year specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Suriname and Dutch West Indies postal history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThematic collectors of globe, handshake, or anniversary motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eUnexpected or Notable Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe large orange cachet prominently combines the UN globe with stars in an artistic arc, creating a festive look that ties the 20-year UN milestone directly to the International Co-operation Year theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdd this rare \u003cstrong\u003e1965 Suriname 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":51302761267364,"sku":null,"price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/4713\/5908\/files\/20260413100520.jpg?v=1776111189","url":"https:\/\/maplespringsllc.com\/products\/1965-regional-co-operation-for-development-pakistan-rcd-first-day-cover-trilateral-alliance-copy","provider":"Maple Springs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}