First Day Covers FDC - 1999 Millennium Collection Stamps

I am selling a First Day Covers FDC - 1999 Millennium Collection Peace & Doves Stamps in excellent condition. For sale is a complete set of three Official First Day Covers (OFDCs) issued by Canada Post on October 12, 1999, to celebrate the coming Millennium. This special issue focuses on the Dove as a universal symbol of peace. These covers are unaddressed and feature the official "Day of Issue" cancellation mark from Ottawa, Ontario. This set serves as a beautiful historical memento of the transition into the year 2000. The set includes the following three covers (Scott #1812-1814): * The Holographic Dove: Features a striking, innovative holographic stamp that creates a lifelike, three-dimensional moving image of a dove in flight. This was a significant technical innovation for Canada Post at the time. * The Child & Dove: A tranquil image rendered in color lithography featuring a child holding a white dove, representing "Peace, Love, and Hope" for future generations. * The Engraved Dove: A classic steel-engraved design in a reddish-brown hue, reminiscent of early Canadian stamps, showcasing traditional philatelic artistry. Key Features: * Issue Date: October 12, 1999. * Cancellation: Ottawa, ON – Official First Day of Issue * Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Corners are sharp, and envelopes are unaddressed (clean). * Informational Backing: The reverse of each envelope contains detailed bilingual text (English/French) explaining the specific printing technique (Holography, Lithography, Steel Engraving) and the symbolism of the design. Perfect for: * Philatelists and stamp collectors. * Collectors of Millennium memorabilia. * Those interested in Canadian history and postal heritage. Comes from a pet and smoke-free environment. Pickup in Mount Pleasant (NW Calgary)