This Canadian First Day Cover features the 7¢ Queen Elizabeth II definitive stamp issued June 30, 1971. The cover bears a block of four stamps cancelled with a crisp Ottawa, Ontario circular date stamp reading 30 VI 1971.
The 1971 7¢ definitive formed part of Canada’s long-running Queen Elizabeth II series used for everyday postage. Its bilingual cachet, produced by British American Bank Note Company of Ottawa, carries the headings “Definitive Ordinaire” and “Day of Issue / Jour d’émission,” reflecting Canada’s official bilingual postal policy of the period.
A notable feature is the integrated “DAY OF ISSUE / JOUR D’ÉMISSION” lettering printed directly across the stamp block, creating a striking visual effect uncommon on standard FDCs. The cover also displays a green-tinted portrait of the Queen that matches the stamp design.
Collectors will appreciate the clean condition, clear Ottawa postmark, and the scarce bank-note-company cachet that ties the item directly to Canada’s security-printing heritage.
