This Art Craft First Day Cover features the 8¢ XI Olympic Winter Games commemorative stamp issued August 17, 1972, and postmarked in Washington, DC on the official first day of issue.
The Sapporo 1972 Games marked the first time the Winter Olympics were held in Asia, showcasing new events and highlighting international athletic competition during the Cold War era.
The striking black-and-white cachet depicts a speeding bobsled with the Olympic rings, while the stamp itself displays colorful stylized athletes in motion against the USPS emblem.
A fine addition to any Olympic or sports topical collection, this cover remains in excellent condition with a crisp postmark and vibrant cachet artwork.
