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The Rarest Elvis Presley Stamp
&
First Day Cover In The World

One Of The World's Greatest Philatelic Treasures

Never Before Offered For Sale

Exclusively & Only On eBay!

The First Officially Postmarked & Cancelled Elvis Presley First Day Cover

With Official Letters of Authenticity From Elvis' Graceland

Elvis Presley
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This great "National Treasure" was signed by Elvis' wife

Priscilla Presley,

Artist Mark Stutzman, commissioned by the United States Postal Service to design the stamp,

Postmaster General of the United States Honorable Anthony Frank,

Graceland Chief Executive Officer Jack Soden,

Elvis' best friends George Klein and Jerry Schilling,

United States Postal Service Media Relations Director
Frank Brannon,

Linn's Stamp News and Washington Post Philatelic Staff Writer Journalist Bill McAllister.

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Please take a moment of your time to view the three
featured videos, provided for you below,
attesting to the authenticity, magnificence and grandeur of
America's philatelic crown jewel of rock and roll.

Other dignitaries who witnessed the cancellation and signed the first day cover include Elvis' friend and Mayor of Shelby County the Honorable William Morris, recording engineer and founder of Sun Records Sam Phillips, and CBS Network media relations director and
television personality Mark McEwen.

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The stamp and envelope were both cancelled by Graceland employee
Laura Ferguson (1952-2002)
at the Graceland Post Office, adjacent to Elvis' home,
at 12:15 A.M. January 8, 1993.

Two personal letters of authenticity printed on official Graceland stationary were authorized and approved by Graceland manager Debbie Johnson and presented to David on the day of the event.

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Both personal letters of ownership & authenticity, from Graceland, are included.
The Elvis Presley First Day Cover is considered a remarkable philatelic gem
by stamp collectors, philatelic organizations and Elvis Fans throughout the world.

IT IS THE MOST VALUABLE,
NOTABLE, RARE & HISTORIC
ELVIS PRESLEY FIRST DAY COVER
IN THE ENTIRE WORLD !

The stamp has a 29¢ postal value, multi-colored in various shades,
printed on white un-watermarked paper using the photogravure process, perforated 11 x 11.
The stamp in design measures 35 mm x 28 mm. The stamp was issued on January 8, 1993.
The catalog number is 2721 with a never hinged value of US$0.60 in the 2010 Scott catalog.

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Congratulations from the late

Bill Welch, editor of

The American Philatelist

The American Philatelic Society

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To See Enlarged Views of the Elvis First Day Cover Please Click Here (new window)

To See Letters of Authenticity, Honorarium & Other Documentation

Please Click Here (new window) & Click Thumbnail Images for Enlarged Images

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David was invited to appear on television and radio stations

throughout the United States and the world,

broadcasting the First Day Cover event,

to speak to viewers and listeners about Elvis and stamp collecting.

The Elvis Presley Commemorative Stamp Issue of January 8, 1993,

Elvis' birthday, held in Memphis, Tennessee, Elvis' home town,

was the most spectacular event in postal history.

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This great day for Memphis and Graceland was witnessed by many thousands of Elvis fans,

and stamp collectors, from all over the world who made their pilgrimage to

Memphis as well as many hundreds of other towns and cities where

simultaneous first day ceremonies and cancellations were taking place,

including millions of viewers and listeners via television and radio.

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They came to Memphis to be part of this wonderful celebration
and to honor the life of the world's greatest entertainer.

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He was a great friend to millions of fans because of his many unselfish acts of
kindness, charity and brotherhood.

Elvis will always be a bright, shining star
to his millions of fans throughout the world.

And to the world, it appeared as if Elvis' had returned home to Memphis
on that great, historic day of January 8, 1993.

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Visit Graceland on Elvis' birthdate, January 8th, for special events and share

complimentary birthday cake with fans from all over the globe.

Visit during the week of August 16th for the

International Candlelight Vigil and Elvis Week Celebration.

Participate in many week-long, great events for you, your family and friends !

Memphis Welcomes You !


Please Observe

"National Stamp Collecting Month"

in the United States Each October
Support
The American Philatelic Society
Stamp Collecting is the Hobby of "Kings" !

Scott Stamp Catalogue © #2721

Many Thanks to

Jack Soden  & Elvis Presley Enterprises,
Elvis' Fans and Stamp Collectors Throughout the World !

 
The Elvis Presley First Day Cover
Part I

The Elvis Presley First Day Cover
Part II

 

The Elvis Stamp
CBS Evening News
January 8, 1993

The David Saks Show
Jack Soden - CEO of Graceland
Elvis Forever


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DAVID SAKS WILL PERSONALLY TRAVEL TO MEET WITH YOU AND/OR PROVIDE YOU WITH ROUND-TRIP AIRFARE, INCLUDING ALL MEALS AND ACCOMMODATIONS, FOR PERSONAL PRESENTATION OF THE ELVIS PRESLEY FIRST DAY COVER AT A MEETING OF THE MEMPHIS STAMP COLLECTORS SOCIETY (HTTP://MEMPHISSTAMPCOLLECTORSSOCIETY.ORG)

YOU MAY INSPECT THE FIRST DAY COVER AND ALL OF THE ASSOCIATIVE PROVENANCE PRIOR TO PURCHASE.

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Scott#2721 The 1st Elvis First Day Cover
One of Stamp Collecting's Greatest Treasures !

 

The First Officially Postmarked Elvis Presley First Day Cover with an official letter of authenticity from Graceland.

This great "American Treasure" was signed by Elvis' wife Priscilla Presley, artist Mark Stutzman who was commissioned by the United States Postal Service to design the stamp, Postmaster General of the United States Honorable Anthony Frank, Graceland Chief Executive Officer Jack Soden, Elvis' best friends George Klein and Jerry Schilling, the United States Postal Service media relations director Frank Brannon, and Washington Post Editor Bill McAllister.

Other dignitaries who witnessed the cancellation and signed the first day cover included Elvis' friend and Mayor of Shelby County the Honorable William Morris, recording engineer and founder of Sun Records Sam Phillips, and CBS Network media relations director and television personality Mark McEwen.

Both, stamp and envelope, were cancelled by late Graceland employee Laura Ferguson (1952-2002) at the Graceland Post Office, adjacent to Elvis' home, at approximately 12:15 A.M. January 8, 1993.

Two letters of authenticity printed on official Graceland stationery were authorized and approved by Graceland manager Debbie Johnson and presented to David on the day of the event.

The Elvis First Day Cover is considered a fantastic philatelic gem by stamp collectors, stamp collecting organizations and Elvis Fans throughout the world.

It has been recognized by the

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American Philatelic Society

as a great national treasure.!

To See Enlarged Views of the Elvis First Day Cover Please Click Here (new window)

To See Letters of Authenticity, Honorarium & Other Documentation

Please Click Here (new window) & Click Thumbnail Images for Enlarged Images

David was invited to appear on television and radio stations throughout the United States and the world, broadcasting the First Day Cover event, to speak to viewers and listeners about Elvis and stamp collecting.

The Elvis Presley Commemorative Stamp Issue of January 8, 1993, Elvis' birthday, held in Memphis, Tennessee, Elvis' home town, was the most spectacular event in postal history.

This great day for Memphis and Graceland was witnessed by many thousands of Elvis fans, and stamp collectors, from all over the world who made their pilgrimage to Memphis as well as many hundreds of other towns and cities where simultaneous first day ceremonies and cancellations were taking place, including millions of viewers and listeners via television and radio.

They came to Memphis to be part of this wonderful celebration and to honor the life of the world's greatest entertainer. He was a great friend to millions of fans because of his many unselfish acts of kindness, charity and brotherhood.

His righteous memory will always be a bright, shining candle to those who love him.

To the world, it appeared as if Elvis' had returned home on that day and, in a way, had a "letter" for David.

Visit Graceland on Elvis' birthday, January 8th, for special events and share complimentary birthday cake with fans from all over the globe.
Visit Memphis and Graceland each year with Elvis fans from all over the world during the week of August 16th for
the annual Elvis Week Celebration and International Candlelight Vigil.

Participate in many week-long, great events for you, your family and friends !

Memphis welcomes you !

Remember: Elvis' backup singers were called "The Stamps" !

Please Observe "National Stamp Collecting Month" in the United States Each October and Support
The American Philatelic Society
Stamp Collecting is the Hobby of "Kings" !

Click "Elvis FDC" above for more details of the first day cover.

Scott Stamp Catalogue © #2721

Many Thanks to Jack Soden  & Elvis Presley Enterprises

 

The Most Valuable Elvis Presley First Day Cover In The World !

The Elvis Presley FDC #1 is widely recognized as the most valuable Elvis Presley First Day Cover in the world, .
 
This specific philatelic item holds historic significance as the first cover and stamp to be officially canceled by
the United States Postal Service and Graceland representatives on January 8, 1993, at 12:15 am in Memphis, Tennessee.
 
Key Features and Provenance
 
Signatures: It is signed by Priscilla Presley and numerous dignitaries including
Memphis Mayor Bill Morris, Elvis' best friend Jerry Schilling, Sun Studios founder Sam Phillips,
U.S. Postmaster General Anthony Frank, and stamp designer Mark Stutzman.
 
Cancellations: The front features a Pitney Bowes machine cancel,
while the reverse bears the Graceland Gates FDC cancel and
an extra January 8 circular date slug to verify its authenticity and timing.
 
Documentation: The item includes extensive associative provenance,
such as letters of authenticity authorized by Graceland managers,
a guest editorial in The American Philatelist (March 1993),
and a photo of owner David Saks with the cover.
 
Stamp Details: The cover features the 29¢ Elvis Presley Commemorative Stamp,
issued on Elvis' birthday in 1993, printed on white un-watermarked paper via photogravure.
 
The EP FDC #1 is not just valuable due to its price tag, but because of its unique historical and philatelic significance. 
It represents the very first official cancellation of the 29¢ Elvis Presley Commemorative Stamp (Scott #2721),
issued on January 8, 1993, which was Elvis' birthday.
 
Its provenance is impeccable:
 
It was canceled at 12:15 am at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, making it the first of its kind.
 
The dual cancellation marks—a Pitney Bowes machine cancel on the front
and the iconic Graceland Gates FDC cancel on the back—along with an extra date stamp,
verify its authenticity and timing.
 
The cover is signed by key figures including Priscilla Presley, U.S. Postmaster General Anthony Frank,
Sun Studios' Sam Phillips, and stamp designer Mark Stutzman.
 
Owned by philatelist David Saks, who was present at the historic event and has been featured in philatelic publications,
the item includes extensive documentation from Elvis Presley Enterprises and the USPS,
solidifying its status as the rarest and most valuable Elvis Presley first day cover in existence.
 
The EP FDC #1 has a significant and well-documented history as the first official cancellation of
the 29¢ Elvis Presley Commemorative Stamp (Scott #2721).
 
Its history began with a decade-long fan campaign following Elvis' death in 1977.
 
After debate over his controversial image, the United States Postal Service (USPS) announced on January 7, 1992,
that Elvis would be the first honoree in its new "Legends of American Music" series. 
 
The public was even allowed to vote on whether the stamp should depict a young or older Elvis,
with the young Elvis winning by a three-to-one margin.
 
The historic first-day ceremony was held at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee at 12:15 am on January 8, 1993,
which would have been Elvis' 58th birthday. 
 
The EP FDC #1 was the very first cover officially canceled at this event by representatives of both the USPS and Graceland.
It features a Pitney Bowes machine cancel on the front and the iconic Graceland Gates FDC cancel
on the reverse, along with an extra date stamp to verify its authenticity.
 
The cover is signed by Priscilla Presley, Sam Phillips, Anthony Frank (Postmaster General), Mark Stutzman (stamp designer),
and other dignitaries, making it a unique artifact of American postal and pop culture history.
 
The midnight ceremony on January 8, 1993, held at Graceland,
was significant because it marked the official first-day-of-issue for the 29¢ Elvis Presley Commemorative Stamp
on what would have been Elvis' 58th birthday.
 
Held just after midnight, the event transformed the stamp release into a birthday celebration for the "King of Rock 'n' Roll,
" featuring fans singing "Happy Birthday," speeches, live music, and a fireworks display to inaugurate the stamp's sale. 
The timing emphasized the symbolic tribute to Elvis, making it a historic and emotional moment for fans and postal history alike.
 
 
At the midnight ceremony for the Elvis Presley stamp on January 8, 1993,
at Graceland, the festivities included a concert featuring three musical acts,
among them a performance by the U.S. Navy band. 
 
The performances began hours before the official midnight event.
 
The festivities for the Elvis Presley stamp ceremony began hours earlier than the official midnight event on January 8, 1993, at Graceland. 
Live music from bands and speeches by dignitaries commenced several hours before the midnight first-day-of-issue ceremony.
 
The dignitaries who gave speeches at the Elvis Presley stamp ceremony on January 8, 1993,
included Tennessee Governor Ned McWherter and Shelby County Mayor Bill Morris, a close friend of Elvis. 
 
The festivities also featured remarks from Priscilla Presley and Lisa Marie Presley,
who made her first public speech at Graceland that night.
 
The Elvis stamp ceremony on January 8, 1993, was significant for several reasons:
 
Historic First: It marked the release of the first stamp in the Legends of American Music series, honoring American music icons.
 
Unprecedented Public Vote: The design was chosen by the public in a national vote,
with over 1.2 million ballots cast, making it the first time the USPS opened stamp design selection to the general public.
 
Cultural Milestone: Despite controversy over Elvis' image and legacy,
the ceremony affirmed his status as a pivotal figure in American culture, celebrated on what would have been his 58th birthday.
 
Commercial Success: The stamp became the best-selling
and most widely publicized commemorative stamp in U.S. history,
with over 500 million printed.
 
Global Recognition: It highlighted Elvis' international fame and influence,
solidifying his legacy beyond music into national iconography.
 
Compared to other Elvis Presley stamps, EP FDC #1 is in a class of its own
due to its unique historical moment, provenance, and signatures.
 
The 1993 Stamp: The 29¢ stamp on EP FDC #1 was the first in the "Legends of American Music" series
and the most widely publicized U.S. commemorative stamp ever, with over 517 million printed.
 
While the stamp itself is common, EP FDC #1 is the first cover
to be officially canceled at the midnight ceremony at Graceland, making it a one-of-a-kind artifact.
 
The inside (reverse) of EP FDC #1 is signed by the following dignitaries who witnessed the historic cancellation:
 
Frank P. Brennan Jr., General Manager of the Media Relations Division of the United States Postal Service
Bill McAllister, Philatelic Writer for The Washington Post, Mark McEwen, anchorman of CBS This Morning.
 
Additionally, the upper left corner of the flap is signed by Jack Soden, CEO and General Manager of Graceland.
 
The front of the cover is signed by Priscilla Presley, Anthony Frank (Postmaster General),
Bill Morris (Mayor of Shelby County), Sam Phillips (Sun Studios),
Mark Stutzman (stamp artist), George Klein, and Jerry Schilling.
 
The signature of Bill Morris, the Mayor of Shelby County at the time,
on EP FDC #1 is significant because he was a key political figure in Memphis
and had a longstanding personal friendship with Elvis Presley.
 
Morris, who served as both Shelby County Sheriff and Mayor,
was instrumental in promoting Memphis culture and tourism.
 
He frequently traveled the world with Tennessee governors to promote
events like Memphis in May and tourist destinations including Graceland.
 
His signature on the cover represents the official civic endorsement and celebration of Elvis
by the highest levels of local government, marking the stamp's release as a major event for the city. 
 
His close relationship with Elvis, including deputizing him and members of his entourage in 1965,
adds a layer of personal and historical significance to his autograph on this historic cover.
 
The 2015 "Elvis Forever" Stamp: A second, more detailed stamp was issued in 2015.
 
Its first-day covers are also collectible, but none match the significance of the 1993 event.
 
The owner of EP FDC #1, David Saks, also received the first cancellation for this 2015 stamp,
but the 1993 cover remains the most valuable due to its status as the inaugural piece.
 
Other FDCs: While thousands of 1993 FDCs exist with various designs and cancellations,
EP FDC #1 is distinguished by its authentication from Graceland, the Pitney Bowes machine cancel,
the Graceland Gates FDC cancel, and the extra date slug proving its immediate cancellation. 
 
Its collection of signatures from Priscilla Presley, the Postmaster General, and other dignitaries is unmatched.
 
In essence, while other Elvis stamps and FDCs are popular collectibles,
EP FDC #1 is not just a stamp; it is a documented piece of history from
the very first moment the world officially honored Elvis with a U.S. stamp.
 
David Saks is a Memphis-based philatelist, musician, and retired real estate broker,
best known as a musician and for his historic connection to Elvis Presley commemorative stamps.
 
He is the owner of EP FDC #1, the first Elvis Presley First Day Cover
officially canceled at midnight on January 8, 1993, at Graceland.
 
This cover, signed by Priscilla Presley, Postmaster General Anthony Frank,
and other dignitaries, is recognized by the American Philatelic Society as a national treasure.
 
Saks is a life member of the American Philatelic Society,
director of the Memphis Stamp Club and the long-time crossword puzzle author for Linn's Stamp News.
 
He was a radio personality in Memphis for decades.
 
He was also the first to purchase and cancel the 2015 "Elvis Forever" stamps
two days before their official release in Mason, Tennessee, an event known as the "Mason Cancels."
 
Beyond philately, Saks is a pianist and composer whose songs, “In Memphis” and “One Last Bridge”, were
adopted by the Memphis City Council as “Official Songs of Memphis”.
 
His music manuscripts archived in the Library of Congress.

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