This Artmaster cacheted First Day Cover features the 13¢ Idaho state flag stamp issued February 23, 1976, in Washington, DC. The cover commemorates the flags of all fifty states during the U.S. Bicentennial Era.
The 1976 state flag series was released to celebrate the nation's 200th anniversary, highlighting each state's unique symbols and heritage. Idaho's flag, with its Great Seal and the words "State of Idaho," represents the Gem State's mining history and natural beauty.
The striking black-and-white cachet depicts Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, a soaring eagle, and waving American flags, tying the state flags issue to the broader Bicentennial theme. The Artmaster imprint appears at lower left.
Addressed to E. A. Fickenscher in Erie, Pennsylvania, the cover offers a nice connection to one of America's historic Great Lakes port cities.
A clean, well-centered example ideal for Bicentennial or state-flag topical collections.
