Currently, those who attend a United States Postal Service FDOI ceremony are given a first day ceremony program, usually in a souvenir envelope with a stamp.
Historically, a program often was printed and made available. These are not available for sale at or after the event.įDOI issue attendees receive an invitation to the event. For example, the United States Postal Service issues lapel pins picturing the stamp(s) to attendees. The Postal authority conducting the FDOI often issues philatelic memorabilia available only on the first day of issue. The primary goal is to generate publicity for the new stamp issue.Īttendance at FDOI ceremonies is free, albeit an advanced reservation available through the publicity office of the postal service often is required for large events. The FDOI ceremony always includes a reveal of the new stamp. The FDOI ceremonies often include presentations and appearances by family members and representatives from institutions honored by the stamp, artists involved with the design, sponsoring institutions of the First Day of Issue ceremony, and postal service officials. Not every stamp receives a first day of issue ceremony. The place often is directly associated with the theme of the stamp. Many postal authorities hold FDOI ceremonies in one or more cities or locations when releasing a new stamp for public sale. Because stamps are sent to postal offices in advance of their issue, some are inadvertently or deliberately sold before the official issuing date. The First Day of Issue (“FDOI”) is the day on which a stamp is authorized for use by the stamp issuing authority of a country or territory.
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