1995 Space Shuttle Discovery $3 Sc 2544 FDC Eunice Alter cachet medal Apollo 11

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Country

United States

Catalog Number

2544

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

First Day Cover

Stamp Format

Single

Year of Issue

1995

Item Description

Condition: 1995 Space Shuttle Discovery Sc 2544 FDC Eunice Alter cachet medal Apollo 11

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1995 Space Shuttle Discovery $3 Sc 2544 FDC Eunice Alter cachet medal Apollo 11 Offered here is a scarce 1995 First Day Cover for the $3 Space Shuttle Discovery stamp (Scott 2544), canceled June 22, 1995, Anaheim, California. This remarkable FDC features an original handpainted cachet by Eunice Alter, one of the most limited and sought-after modern cachet makers. The cover is enhanced by a mounted bronze Apollo 11 25th Anniversary medal, adding exceptional appeal for space and aerophilatelic collectors. Eunice Alter’s cachets were produced in small quantities, each hand-finished, making them seldom seen on the market. This example depicts John H. Glenn Jr. and spaceflight themes, tying together Mercury, Apollo, and Shuttle eras. The reverse is embossed “Jonal Covers” and bears Alter’s signature and numbering 6 of 25, further verifying authenticity. Stamp Details: Scott Catalog #: 2544 Issue: Space Shuttle Discovery $3 Issue Date: June 22, 1995 Cancel: Anaheim, CA “First Day of Issue” Cachet: Eunice Alter, handpainted, with mounted Apollo 11 bronze medal Additional Cancel: Huntington Beach, CA, Oct 29, 1998 (John Glenn Space Shuttle return flight) This cover bridges multiple collecting areas: NASA, Apollo 11, John Glenn, Space Shuttle program, and limited-production handpainted FDC cachets. A true standout item for the advanced collector. American Philatelic Society dealer member American Numismatic Association life member Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. FREE scheduling, supersized images and templates. Get Vendio Sales Manager. FREE scheduling, supersized images and templates. Get Vendio Sales Manager.

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