This First Day Cover was issued November 11, 1983 in Washington, DC, commemorating the 500th anniversary of the birth of Martin Luther (1483–1983).
The cachet features the opening verse of“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”(1529), widely known as the Reformation Hymn. The cover bears the official Washington, DC First Day of Issue postmark and includes the Martin Luther 20¢ United States postage stamp.
Produced by J.R.’s Memorabilia, a non-exclusive licensee of the U.S. Postal Service.
Only three examples remain available within our collection.
Preserved in archival sleeve with backing support.
Details
• First Day of Issue – November 11, 1983 • Washington, DC postmark • Martin Luther commemorative stamp • Reformation Hymn cachet • Vintage 1983 postal issue • Limited availability (3 remaining)
Part of the Fredericksburg Masonic Heritage Collection.
Proceeds support preservation of historic artifacts and the 1816 Lodge building of Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4.
