This ArtCraft cacheted First Day Cover bears the 1978 U.S. se-tenant issue honoring the Canadian International Philatelic Exhibition (CAPEX) held in Toronto. The eight 13¢ stamps feature North American wildlife species that inhabit the shared U.S.-Canada border region, including the cardinal, mallard, Canada goose, blue jay, moose, chipmunk, red fox, and raccoon.
Released during the height of the 1970s international stamp-show era, the issue celebrated cross-border philatelic cooperation while spotlighting the natural heritage common to both nations. The bilingual text on the stamps underscores the joint U.S.-Canadian theme of the exhibition.
The striking cachet presents both full-color and monochrome illustrations of the same animals, anchored by a large green maple leaf, and includes the facsimile signature of U.S. Postmaster General William F. Bolger. The official first-day cancel is dated June 10, 1978, Toronto, Canada.
A handsome addition for collectors of wildlife topicals, ArtCraft cachets, or U.S.-Canada joint issues, this cover remains in fresh condition with vivid colors and a clear postmark.
