First Day Cover

1923 2¢ Harding, black, perf 11
 September 1, 1923

First Modern First Day Cover 

On September 1, 1923, George Linn produced the first cacheted First Day Covers, giving birth to the modern FDC industry.

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U.S. #610 – The original perf. 11 Harding stamp issued on September 1.
 September 1, 1923

First Modern First Day Cover 

On September 1, 1923, George Linn produced the first cacheted First Day Covers, giving birth to the modern FDC industry.

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