This 1974 First Day Cover features the 10¢ Universal Postal Union stamp issued June 6 in Washington, DC. The cachet depicts a stylized globe formed from stacked envelopes and letters, emphasizing global mail exchange.
The stamp commemorates the centennial of the Universal Postal Union, founded in 1874 to coordinate international postal services among member nations. By 1974 the UPU had grown to over 140 members, standardizing rates, routes, and mail handling worldwide.
The design reproduces a portrait by Francisco Goya, adding an artistic touch to this postal-history issue. The clean Washington, DC cancel and unaddressed cover make it especially appealing for display.
A solid addition for collectors of UPU, international mail, or 1970s U.S. commemoratives.
