Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
LBJ Postcard
Artifact ID1970.35.49
Object Type
Postage Stamp
Date
1965
Date DescribedJanuary 20, 1965
Medium
Paper
DimensionsOverall H 3 5/8 in x W 6 1/2 in (9.2 cm x 16.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionLBJ Inauguration Special Cancellation. The cachet on the envelope is a portrait of LBJ and a presidential flag on a pink background. Cachet text: "First Day of Issue", "Commemorating the Inauguration", "President Lyndon B. Johnson", "Fluegel Covers". Stamp adhered at upper right: 5c American Flag in front of White House. Postmarked at: Washington DC - Jan 20, 1965. Addressed to : "Lyndon B. Johnson", "White House", "Washington, D.C.".
Historical NoteMany commemorative items were produced to celebrate the inauguration of President Johnson, including this First Day of Issue commemorative cover. It was postmarked on January 20, 1965, the day President Johnson took his Oath of Office.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from the general public to President Johnson during his term in office. It was received by President Johnson personally, until the President donated it to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum in 1970.
Credit LineGift of Lyndon Baines Johnson
National Archives Catalog CollectionLyndon B. Johnson Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 192413)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 189698395)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
Person Referenced
Lyndon Baines Johnson
(United States, 1908 - 1973)
In Collection(s)
Historical Dates
- January 20, 1965
Not on view
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