This First Day Cover was issued May 11, 1984 in New Orleans, Louisiana, commemorating the Louisiana World Exposition (1984 World’s Fair).
The cachet was issued by Louisiana Lodge No. 102, F. & A.M., as part of the “Freemasonry Today” series. It highlights the Masonic Hospitality Room and salutes both the 1884 and 1984 New Orleans World’s Fairs.
Postmarked New Orleans, LA (70113) on First Day of Issue, the cover bears the 20¢ Louisiana World Exposition commemorative stamp (“Fresh water as a source of life”).
This piece reflects the public engagement of Freemasonry during the 1984 World’s Fair.
Preserved in archival sleeve with backing support.
Also Available
This cover is part of the 1984 Louisiana World’s Fair Masonic Collection (3-Cover Set).
The complete set is available separately.
Details
• First Day of Issue – May 11, 1984
• New Orleans, Louisiana postmark
• Louisiana World Exposition 20¢ stamp
• Louisiana Lodge No. 102 cachet
• “Freemasonry Today” series issue
• Vintage 1984 commemorative cover
Part of the Fredericksburg Masonic Heritage Collection.
Proceeds support preservation of historic artifacts and the 1816 Lodge building of Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4.
