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First Day Covers FDC 1992 Montreal Philatelic Exhibition Stamps

I am selling a First Day Covers FDC - 1992 Montréal World Philatelic Youth Exhibition FDC - Historic Canadian Stamps in excellent condition. This is a pristine, highly collectible First Day Cover (FDC) issued by Canada Post to commemorate the "Canada 92" World Philatelic Youth Exhibition, held in Montréal from March 25-29, 1992. This unique artifact celebrates both the world of philately (stamp collecting) and key historical anniversaries related to the exploration and settlement of Montréal and North America. Key Features and Contents: * Four Commemorative Stamps: The cover features a complete set of four distinctive Canadian postage stamps affixed and officially cancelled on the First Day of Issue (March 25, 1992) in Montréal, PQ. * Exploration Stamps: These stamps illustrate early exploration and mapping of the New World, featuring historical navigational instruments (like the detailed compass/astrolabe visible) and cartography. * Cityscape Stamps: These include a beautiful illustration of the St. Lawrence River/Ville-Marie landscape and a vibrant Modern Montréal Skyline. * Official Postmark: Clearly visible "DAY OF ISSUE CANADA" circular handstamp, dated 92-03-25, MONTRÉAL, PQ. * Historical Inserts/Back Panel: The back of the cover features detailed bilingual (English and French) text providing historical context for the exhibition and the stamps, including: * Information on the 500th Anniversary of Christopher Columbus's voyages and the 350th Anniversary of Montréal's founding (1642). * An illustration and description of the First Seal of the Coat of Arms of the City of Montréal. * Excellent Condition: The cover and its insert are preserved in exceptional, collector-grade condition, with vibrant colors and sharp detail, as shown in the images. Historical Significance: This FDC is a significant piece for collectors interested in: * Philatelic Exhibitions: Marking a major international youth stamp show. * Canadian History: Specifically commemorating the founding and exploration milestones of Montréal. * Exploration and Cartography Themes: The stamps are highly thematic. Comes from a pet and smoke-free environment. Pickup in Mount Pleasant (NW Calgary)

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